HSE Team Lead – Renewable Energy Construction

Magpie Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Magpie Recruitment seeks an experienced HSE Team Manager to lead the UK site safety function for an established renewable energy business. You will manage HSE and CDM professionals across major projects, combining hands-on leadership with site assurance, incident oversight and regulatory compliance.

The role is based at the Surrey office with regular travel to project sites nationwide, overseeing policy updates, training and ISO improvements while driving safety performance across the UK

Qualifications

• Qualified in occupational health and safety or a related discipline.
• Several years’ HSE experience in site-based projects such as construction, infrastructure or renewables.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM requirements.
• Experience leading and developing an HSE team.
• Proven track record conducting inspections, investigations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop HSE and CDM Managers across UK project sites.
• Set expectations and ensure compliant performance and reporting.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and unannounced compliance checks.
• Oversee incident investigations, actions and lessons learned.
• Provide HSE guidance during tenders and regulatory submissions.
• Develop and deliver training for HSE staff and site teams.
• Champion ISO compliance and improvements across the portfolio.
• Collaborate with project delivery and sustainability teams.

Skills

HSE Leadership

CDM Knowledge

UK Health & Safety Legislation

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Inspection & Incident Oversight

Training Delivery

English Proficiency

Education

Degree in OH&S or related discipline

Job description

Magpie Recruitment seeks an experienced HSE Team Manager to lead the UK site safety function for an established renewable energy business. You will manage HSE and CDM professionals across major projects, combining hands-on leadership with site assurance, incident oversight and regulatory compliance.

The role is based at the Surrey office with regular travel to project sites nationwide, overseeing policy updates, training and ISO improvements while driving safety performance across the UK