HSE Site Supervisor - Solar EPC Projects

Astute People; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% pension

Private health

Life insurance

Job summary

Astute is recruiting 3 Health and Safety Supervisors for major utility-scale solar developments across the East Midlands, with sites in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire. These roles offer a competitive salary and benefits, with a planned start date in November 2026.

You will implement project HSE requirements, review RAMS and risk assessments, and deliver site inductions while coordinating incident investigations to maintain safe operations.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of HSE legislation, risk management and environmental compliance.
• Experience in construction HSE roles, preferably on renewable energy projects.
• Ability to communicate safety requirements and challenge unsafe practices effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement project HSE requirements and ensure compliance with construction safety plans and legislation.
• Review RAMS, risk assessments and site drawings; identify hazards and apply controls.
• Maintain site HSE documentation, including safety files and emergency plans.
• Deliver site inductions and brief subcontractors on hazards and safe working practices.
• Monitor site activities, conduct inspections and address unsafe practices.
• Oversee welfare, fire safety, first aid, signage, security and traffic management on site.
• Coordinate environmental compliance and waste management measures.
• Liaise with subcontractors, utility providers and local authorities on HSE matters.
• Coordinate emergency responses, report incidents and lead investigations.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

First Aid at Work certification

Job description

Astute is recruiting 3 Health and Safety Supervisors for major utility-scale solar developments across the East Midlands, with sites in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire. These roles offer a competitive salary and benefits, with a planned start date in November 2026.

You will implement project HSE requirements, review RAMS and risk assessments, and deliver site inductions while coordinating incident investigations to maintain safe operations.