HSE Specialist

Swire Renewable Energy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking renewable energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced HSE Specialist to lead HSE initiatives and ensure a safe working environment. The role involves developing HSE plans, conducting audits, and engaging with teams to improve safety culture. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certificate and at least 3 years of relevant experience, particularly in the wind industry. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic team focused on health and safety in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in the wind industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with technicians to ensure a safe working environment.
• Lead in-house training on HSE issues.
• Create specific HSE Plans for projects.
• Conduct HSEQ audits to maintain ISO certification.
• Report and investigate incidents and near misses.

Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental management

Risk assessment

Training facilitation

Safety auditing

Technical IT skills

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or similar

Job description

Overview

Swire Renewable Energy is looking to connect with an experienced HSE Specialist to lead different services lines, playing a key role in developing the company’s HSE strategy and leading initiatives around employee engagement with HSE and continuously identifying actions to improve HSE performance, culture and approach in the UK.

Principal Accountabilities

• Engage with technicians and customers to ensure a safe working environment through the implementation of SRE’s safety non-negotiables.
• Facilitate and lead in-house training with technicians regarding Health, Safety and Environmental issues.
• Create specific HSE Plans to ensure all personnel understand the individual requirements, risks and controls for each project.
• Assist in developing risk assessments and methods statements and advise on risk reduction measures.
• Perform site safety walks and behavioural safety assessments and support other less experienced colleagues.
• Conduct HSEQ audits to continually improve the business management system and maintain ISO certification.
• Ensure that all incidents and near misses are reported and investigated in a timely manner.
• Support in the closure of actions related to audits and investigations.
• Support key HSE initiatives, including campaigns and awareness.
• Any other duties as directed.

Qualifications And Experience

• NEBOSH Certificate or similar
• 3+ years experience in a similar role
• Good IT skills with experience
• Experience in the wind industry
• GWO Basic Safety Training (preferable)

Any Other Information

The above responsibilities are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the incumbent may be called upon to carry out such other appropriate alternative or additional duties as may be required which are within their capability and competence. The job holder may also be required to work at other locations operated by the Company as well as carrying out customer and supplier site visits.

Interested?

If you meet the specified requirements and seek an opportunity to contribute your expertise to a forward-thinking company, learn more about this opportunity and apply now via the “Apply”-button. Please note that we do not accept applications via e-mail. We process applications on an ongoing basis and will close the process once we have found the right candidate.

About Swire Renewable Energy

Swire Renewable Energy (SRE) is a global service provider specialised in the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of renewable energy infrastructure, particularly focusing on wind and solar PV farms. Headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, SRE has a strong international presence with regional offices strategically located in Australia, Denmark, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, and the UK.

Our core services encompass comprehensive project management, engineering expertise, and efficient asset management solutions, catering to clients throughout the entire lifecycle of renewable energy assets, including construction, operational, and decommissioning phases. Our commitment to delivering tailored and innovative services ensures that customers optimise the efficiency and longevity of their renewable energy investments and maximise the production from their assets.

At the heart of Swire Renewable Energy is a dedicated team of over 500 highly skilled technicians, each possessing specialised knowledge in areas such as high voltage systems, mechanical engineering, blade maintenance, and construction. With a high focus on Health and Safety, these specialists are instrumental in providing bespoke solutions aimed at maximising the performance and sustainability of our customers’ green energy assets.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing