HSSE Advisor - SERS

JFD Global; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons is seeking a Global Operations HSSE Advisor to guide safety across international submarine operations. You will support leaders to identify and control HSSE risks, embed safety culture, and coordinate incident investigations to drive continuous improvement.

The role requires offshore readiness, travel to international sites, and strong knowledge of UK HSSE legislation and ISO standards. Join a historic maritime engineering group focused on sustainable, safe operations.

Qualifications

• Proven HSSE advisory or management experience in high-risk environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSSE legislation and ISO standards (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Experience in risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation, audits, inspections and compliance monitoring.
• Experience developing and improving HSSE systems, procedures and risk management practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSSE guidance across NSRS and wider SERS operations during steady state, mobilisation and operations.
• Identify, assess and control HSSE risks with hazard logs and risk registers.
• Ensure risk controls are implemented, monitored and effective; advise on unsafe practices and corrective actions.
• Embed HSSE into planning, maintenance, training, exercises and deployments; act as Safety Representative when needed.
• Monitor compliance with legal, regulatory and company HSSE requirements via inspections and audits.
• Lead and support incident and near-miss reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.

Skills

HSSE advisory

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Audits & inspections

Compliance monitoring

Safety culture development

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

IOSH membership

Tools

Intelex

Job description

The Role:

Supporting globally critical submarine escape and rescue operations, the Global Operations HSSE Advisor plays a key role in ensuring people, assets and the environment are protected. This role provides expert guidance across international operations, strengthening operational readiness, supporting the safe delivery of complex missions, and helping embed a proactive and mature safety culture that underpins sustainable operational success.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Provide HSSE advice, guidance and support across NSRS and wider SERS operations, covering steady state, mobilisation and operational phases.
• Support operational leaders to identify, assess and control HSSE risks, including maintaining hazard logs, risk registers and risk assessment processes.
• Ensure risk controls are implemented, monitored and effective, advising on unsafe practices, emerging risks and required corrective actions.
• Embed HSSE considerations into planning, maintenance, training, exercises, mobilisations and deployments, acting as Safety Representative when required.
• Monitor compliance with legal, regulatory and company HSSE requirements through inspections, audits and assurance activities.
• Lead and support incident and near‑miss reporting, investigation and analysis, ensuring corrective and preventative actions are implemented and embedded.
• Drive learning and continuous improvement through effective use of Intelex, sharing best practice, lessons learned and managing HSEC safety observation actions.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through safety committees, briefings, communications, training support and incident management during operations.

What we\'re looking for:

• Proven HSSE advisory or management experience in operational environments such as marine, defence, offshore, diving or similar high‑risk settings.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSSE legislation, with awareness of relevant international standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Solid experience in risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation, audits, inspections and compliance monitoring.
• Experience contributing to the development and continuous improvement of HSSE systems, procedures and risk management practices.
• Relevant HSSE qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent); professional membership (e.g. IOSH) and additional specialist training desirable.
• Ability to interpret operational risk and provide practical, proportionate advice, with high levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally at short notice, operate offshore or onboard vessels, and work irregular hours in high‑readiness or emergency response environments.
• Medically fit for offshore work (ENG1, Diving Medical or equivalent) and operational readiness requirements.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

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