HSE Manager Devon

SGS UNITED KINGDOM LIMITED; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar development firm is seeking an experienced HSE Site Consultant for a full-time role near Exeter, starting in May 2026. The consultant will oversee health and safety compliance during the construction phase, implement and update health and safety plans, conduct safety training, and coordinate site security and welfare facilities. Responsibilities include regular meetings with contractors, inspections, and ensuring adherence to local HSE regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assuming the role of the HSE Consultant in the construction phase.
• Update the HSE Plan as required and ensure compliance.
• Prepare Overall Safety Induction Training for the Projects.
• Coordinate training requirements based on legislation.
• Consult with each contractor before commencement.
• Agree on set up of site security and welfare facilities.
• Conduct health & Safety walkdowns and attend meetings.
• Chair regular meetings with stakeholders and project managers.
• Complete regular inspections of contractor performance.
• Review contractor documentation for compliance.
• Work as part of the Client project team for health & safety compliance.
• Review and update relevant plans and procedures.

Job description

Our Client, a German company specialized in leading utility–scale solar development, are currently looking for a HSE Site Consultant with commencement works in May 2026 near Exeter on site full time.

Responsibilities

• Assuming the role of the HSE Consultant in the construction phase, as provided for in national legislation Assist the Client to Execute the role of PC in line with the Local Legislation.
• The Health and Safety Plan details the Safety Management System / approach for the project. Update the HSE Plan as required. Publicizing and explaining the H&S Plan to all parties involved. Ensure that the parties (contractors/subcontractors) involved comply with the H&S plan.
• Prepare an Overall Safety Induction Training for the Projects and deliver this to all new workers starting on the project.
• Coordinate training requirements (according to Country specific legislation) for workers coming from abroad/Europe to complete the installation and other works.
• Provide support and update for the Client's project team to complete mandatory trainings and qualifications by law (if required).
• Consult with each contractor before commencement (pre–commencement/Kick off meeting) and detail / agree what is required from them before commencement e.g., training records, safety documentation, method statements, risk assessments etc.
• Agree set up of site e.g., site security, compound, welfare facilities etc.
• Coordination with the relevant stakeholders of the project, conduct health & Safety walkdowns, attend regular and any meetings with stakeholders, project team Principal (Client).
• Chair regular meetings with stakeholders, Project EPC Manager, Site Manager EPC, HSSE Regional Manager, contractors, subcontractors, other parties that work on the project.
• Complete regular inspections and duties on the performance of contractors on site.
• Continue review of contractor documentation as and when required. Checking contractors and subcontractors (all levels) documents regarding the company in general, Risk Assessments and
• Method Statements, training status of employees, equipment/machinery for compliance and completeness and consult Construction Management regarding approval/rejection of site access.
• Work as part of the Client project team to ensure health & safety compliance is maintained on the project.
• Review and update of Client and EPC contractor s all other relevant plans (e.g. TMP)/ procedures of the Project to meet compliance with local law and HSE requirements for construction