HSSE Governance Lead

E.ON UK PLC; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

E.ON UK PLC is seeking an HSSE Governance Lead to ensure safe working practices and HSSE compliance. This role includes managing the HSSE management system, overseeing contractor assurance, and facilitating communication within the company. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of SHE legislation and experience in managing accreditations, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards across operations.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Pension

Life cover

Bonuses

20 flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of current SHE legislation and standards.
• Experience managing external accreditations like ISO 45001.
• Knowledge of gas, electrical, and insulation safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the HSSE management system in line with ISO 14001, ISO 45001.
• Lead contractor site monitoring programs and supervise a team.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with legal and system requirements.

Skills

Training

Presentation

Coaching

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Influencing

Job description

Location and Contract Details

Home Based with regular travel to our and customer sites

Salary: £51,620 - £65,907 + Company Car / Allowance

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Role Overview

As an HSSE Governance Lead at E.ON Next, you will support safe working practices and HSSE regulatory compliance for our domestic energy efficiency solutions. Your focus will be on contractor assurance across field and office environments.

You will maintain the HSSE management system, ensure business adherence, and facilitate communication strategies within the company and with contractor partners. Building your understanding of our Obligation Delivery (OD) area will enable you to provide expert advice on HSSE matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the HSSE management system in line with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other standards.
• Lead contractor site monitoring programs, managing internal and external resources.
• Supervise a team of ECO HSSE Advisors responsible for contractor engagement and monitoring.
• Conduct audits and reviews to ensure compliance with legal and system requirements.
• Manage OD's HSSE legal register.
• Establish relationships with internal stakeholders to incorporate HSSE in business changes and processes.
• Oversee incident, investigation, and risk management platforms, maintaining accurate records and analysis.
• Align HSSE risk management with commercial risk strategies.
• Support contractor selection and tendering processes.
• Lead internal and external HSSE audits.

Candidate Requirements

• Deep understanding of current SHE legislation and standards.
• Experience managing external accreditations like ISO 45001.
• Knowledge of policies affecting HSSE including gas, electrical, and insulation safety standards.
• Strong training, presentation, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to develop innovative solutions and challenge norms.
• Analytical skills to identify key issues and evaluate data.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, capable of simplifying complex issues.

Additional Information

• Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and for 16-34-year-olds.
• Benefits: 26 days annual leave, bank holidays, pension, life cover, bonuses, and 20 flexible benefits.
• Flexibility & Family-Friendly: Hybrid working and policies recognized at the Personnel Today Awards 2024.
• Inclusive & Diverse: Included in the Top 50 UK Employers, winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year.
• Support at Every Life Stage: Fertility and Menopause Friendly accreditation, inclusive support.
• Accessibility: Disability Confident Employer with guaranteed interviews for eligible disabled applicants.
• Growth Opportunities: Inclusive talent networks and development programs to support career growth.