Junior Health and Safety Consultant

Costain Group PLC; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider in the UK is looking for a Junior Health and Safety Engineer. This role involves supporting health and safety practices, implementing policies, and engaging in compliance inspections at one of EDF’s Nuclear Power Stations. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a foundational knowledge of health and safety legislation, with a commitment to supporting a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of health and safety principles, legislation, and regulations.
• Ability to engage staff at all levels.
• Good report-writing and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of health and safety policies and risk assessments.
• Support carrying out workplace inspections and audits.
• Help monitor accident reports and contribute to investigations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Junior Health and Safety Engineer to join our EDF Project Controls Resource Framework, working directly under the guidance of the on-site Health, Safety and Quality Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in health and safety practices within a highly regulated environment, supporting the delivery of work on one of EDF’s operational Nuclear Power Stations.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in applying safety standards, procedures and best practices, while contributing towards the team’s mission of ensuring a safe and compliant workplace. This position is ideally suited to someone eager to build their career in health and safety, with full support and structured development provided.

Please note potential candidates for this role must be able to obtain and retain CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) level security clearance to be considered for this position. (Minimum 3 years residence in UK)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and review of health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Support in carrying out workplace inspections, audits, and safety tours to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Help monitor accident, incident, and near-miss reports, and contribute to investigations and corrective action plans.
• Provide advice and support to staff and contractors regarding safe working practices.
• Assist with maintaining health and safety records and preparing reports for management.
• Participate in training sessions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Keep up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Support senior advisors and managers in promoting a strong safety culture throughout the site.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of health and safety principles, legislation, and regulations (training will be provided as required).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage staff at all levels.
• Attention to detail with good report-writing and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

About Us

Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets.

We are a Disability Confident employer and will generally offer an interview to any applicant that discloses they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.

For more information, please visit the Disability Confident website: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign