HSE Lead

SRG; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking an experienced HSE Lead to implement health, safety, and environmental policies on a project in Bracknell, UK. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with UK regulations, conducting risk assessments, and leading safety initiatives to protect personnel and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a NEBOSH qualification and 5-7 years' experience in HSE management, particularly in construction environments. This is a 6-month contract role with an attractive pay rate.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years' experience in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Experience in construction site HSE management.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for HSE-related queries on-site.
• Champion the project safety culture and engagement activities.
• Review and approve contractor procedures to ensure alignment with HSE requirements.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

ISO Standards Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Lead Auditor training (ISO 14001 or ISO 45001)

Environmental management qualification (e.g., IEMA)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Job description

Overview

HSE Lead

Contract: 6 months

Location: Bracknell, UK

Pay rate: £33.65 per hour (£63k perm equivalent) - PAYE; £47 per hour - Umbrella

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HSE Lead to oversee and implement health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures on a construction project in the UK. This role ensures compliance with UK legislation, CDM Regulations 2015, and environmental regulations, while fostering a proactive safety culture to protect all personnel, subcontractors, and stakeholders on-site.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for HSE-related queries on-site and liaise with the principal contractor and external stakeholders.
• Provide proactive project HSE management guidance and communication to ensure HSE Management requirements are integrated into the project lifecycle.
• Champion the project safety culture, behaviours, and engagement activities.
• Drive HSE commitment across the project to meet HSE goals and targets.
• Manage compliance with contractual obligations and UK legal requirements.
• Review and approve contractor procedures to ensure alignment with HSE requirements.
• Establish safe systems of work including RAMS, permit to work systems, and LOTO procedures.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve HSE issues during all project phases.
• Coordinate with project teams and cross-functional disciplines for HSE activities.
• Schedule and conduct internal HSE evaluations and audits; issue reports and monitor action closure.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; produce reports and implement corrective actions.
• Provide regular feedback to HSE and Project teams including lessons learned.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive and local authorities.
• Lead regular safety inspections and audits.
• Ensure all personnel are inducted and trained on site-specific safety protocols.
• Develop and maintain the project-specific Health and Safety Plan.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor HSE performance and provide monthly reports.
• Ensure escalation of incidents and delivery of emergency response drills.
• Review and report on all construction project activities from preconstruction to commissioning.
• Prepare regular HSE performance reports for leadership teams.
• Identify opportunities for improving safety and environmental practices.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training sessions.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint.
• Understanding of UK HSE regulatory requirements for construction site operations including CDM 2015, LOLER, WAH, EPA 1990.
• Lead Auditor training (ISO 14001 or ISO 45001).
• 5 - 7 years' experience in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Experience in construction site HSE management.
• Environmental management qualification (e.g., IEMA or equivalent).
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, emergency response, and incident investigations.
• Fire Safety/First Aid at Work certification (desirable).

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