HSE Expert - Principal Contractor

Matchtech; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced HSE Expert (Principal Contractor) for a 2 year offshore wind project. The role provides independent Health, Safety and Environmental assurance across onshore mobilisation and offshore execution, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and UK HSE requirements.

The post requires offshore wind and major construction project experience, extensive auditing capability, and a proactive approach to safety culture and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience auditing and monitoring contractors under CDM regulations.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and environmental requirements.
• Experience in offshore wind or complex multi-contractor construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the Principal Contractor's HSE representative, provide objective assurance and oversight.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor HSE performance and conduct site inspections.
• Review risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems.
• Support mobilisation readiness, emergency exercises and contractor reviews prior to offshore execution.
• Produce weekly HSE assurance and performance reports.
• Escalate serious safety concerns and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate interfaces and manage overlapping activities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Auditing

CDM 2015 knowledge

Offshore wind experience

Safety culture improvement

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent Level 3)

IOSH Membership (TechIOSH minimum)

Full GWO Certification including Enhanced First Aid

Valid OEUK Medical including fitness assessment

NEBOSH Diploma or Level 6 qualification

CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

HSE Expert (Principal Contractor) - Offshore Wind

2 Year Contract

Outside IR35

Major Offshore Wind Development

Our client, an International offshore wind Developer is recruiting for a HSE Expert to provide independent Health, Safety and Environmental assurance on a large scale offshore wind project during both the onshore mobilisation and offshore execution phases.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HSE professional with extensive experience in offshore wind, major construction projects and Principal Contractor oversight under CDM 2015 regulations.

The Role

Acting as the Principal Contractor's HSE representative, you will provide objective assurance, oversight and constructive challenge to ensure contractors and subcontractors are planning and executing work safely and in compliance with project requirements.

• Supporting compliance with CDM 2015 Principal Contractor duties
• Monitoring contractor and subcontractor HSE performance
• Conducting site inspections, audits and assurance reviews
• Reviewing risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems
• Monitoring high risk activities including:
  • Lifting operations
  • Work at height
  • Electrical isolation and stored energy controls
  • Marine and offshore operations
  • Simultaneous operations (SIMOPS)
  • High-voltage commissioning activities
  • Confined space entry
  • Emergency preparedness and response
• Coordinating contractor interfaces and managing overlapping activities
• Escalating serious safety concerns and ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Producing weekly HSE assurance and performance reports
• Supporting mobilisation readiness, emergency exercises and contractor reviews prior to offshore execution.

Requirements

Essential

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent Level 3 qualification)
• IOSH Membership (TechIOSH minimum)
• Experience within offshore wind or complex multi-contractor construction projects
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015, UK HSE legislation and environmental requirements
• Experience auditing and monitoring contractors under CDM regulations
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and reporting skills
• Full GWO Certification including Enhanced First Aid
• Valid OEUK Medical including fitness assessment.

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification
• CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification
• Root Cause Analysis training such as Taproot, Tripod or Kelvin TOPSET.

What We Are Looking For

• A proactive and confident HSE professional
• Comfortable providing challenge while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
• Experienced in offshore and marine environments
• Able to influence contractor performance without compromising independence
• Passionate about driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Contract Details

• 2 Year Assignment
• Outside IR35
• Long-term offshore wind project
• Predominantly onshore mobilisation phase before transition to offshore rotation
• Immediate start available.