HSE Lead

Belcan; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

25 days annual leave

Bank Holidays

Dental Plan Cover

5% Employer Pension Contribution

Death in Service Cover

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Access to benefit portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Belcan in Bridgwater is seeking an experienced HSEQ Lead to drive health, safety, environmental, and quality excellence on the Hinkley Point C project. You will shape the HSE strategy, work with senior leadership, and guide operational teams to deliver safe, compliant outcomes.

The role requires leading HSE systems, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives across a high-hazard, COMAH context. Chartered IOSH (CMIOSH) and ISAS Lead Assessor credentials are essential, along with CCNSG and a

Qualifications

• Chartered IOSH membership and strong HSE leadership experience.
• Lead Assessor – ISAS or equivalent certification.
• CCNSG qualification or equivalent safety training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, programmes and initiatives.
• Monitor and manage HSE systems, standards and behaviours for regulatory compliance.
• Develop and oversee HSE audits, management plans and assurance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the project and wider business.
• Lead the development and delivery of Health & Safety and Quality Management Systems.

Skills

HSE Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Audit & Assurance

Stakeholder Management

Education

CMIOSH

ISAS Lead Assessor

CCNSG

Job description

Location: Bridgwater (Onsite) – Hinkley Point C

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Accommodation will be provided

Join a Leading Engineering Organisation

We are seeking an experienced HSE Advisor / HSEQ Lead to play a key role in driving health, safety, environmental, and quality excellence across a major engineering project at Hinkley Point C.

The Role

As the HSEQ Lead, you will be responsible for leading and shaping the HSE strategy across the business, ensuring all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with quality expectations. You will work closely with senior leadership, operational teams, and key stakeholders to continuously enhance HSEQ performance and foster a proactive safety‑first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, programmes, and initiatives aligned with current and future business requirements.
• Monitor and manage HSE systems, standards, and behaviours, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Develop and oversee HSE audits, management plans, and assurance activities to ensure safe and high-quality project delivery.
• Drive innovation in HSEQ, introducing new safety initiatives and continuous improvement programmes across the project and wider business.
• Lead the development and delivery of Health & Safety and Quality Management Systems, promoting excellence in HSEQ standards and behaviours.
• You will be a confident and influential HSE leader with significant experience operating within highly regulated or high‑hazard environments.
• Extensive senior‑level HSEQ experience within a COMAH site, nuclear, energy, petrochemical, engineering, or other high‑hazard regulated industry.
• Proven track record of delivering HSEQ system and process improvements.
• Experience leading and managing Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)
• Lead Assessor – ISAS or equivalent
• CCNSG

What’s in it for you? If staff :

In return for your dedication and hard work, you will enjoy benefits such as Accommodation, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Dental Plan Cover, 5% Employer Pension Contribution, Death in Service Cover, Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Access to benefit portal, and Access to Employee Assistance Programme.