Mechanical HSO / Labourer

EDF; Stogursey; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

EDF is hiring Mechanical HSO / Labourers for support at Hinkley Point C. You will assist mechanical trades, handle tools and materials, and help prepare work areas while following RAMS and site safety requirements.

The role suits candidates with construction or industrial experience, willing to work on a major nuclear project and maintain high safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience as a Labourer, General Operative or HSO within construction/engineering environments.
• Strong health and safety awareness and ability to follow site procedures and RAMS.
• Able to work alongside skilled mechanical trades and support daily site activities.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical craft workers with day-to-day activities at the workface.
• Move, handle and position tools and materials safely.
• Prepare work areas for mechanical activities and assist with set-up of equipment.
• Assist with site housekeeping and waste segregation.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, permits and safety briefings.

Skills

HSO Labourer experience

Teamwork

Health and safety

RAMS

Communication

Punctuality

Manual handling

Job description

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Mechanical HSO / Labourer

Dalkia

Hinkley Point C

Role Characteristics

Hinkley Point C is the UK’s first new build nuclear power station in a generation that is critical to the UK NetZero targets. All roles on the project require key behaviours which support the Zero Harm objective, a questioning attitude, and drive to uphold the standards of safety and quality required by this prestigious project. A committed strong work ethic is essential at all levels.

All candidates are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and experience where possible directly related to the criteria required for the role. It is acknowledged that previous Nuclear based experience will not always be possible, as such supporting with project research and how individual skills may be transferable will be important.

There are opportunities to put together strategic people plans within the nuclear sector, work on wider company people projects, deliver an excellent first class service to employees and ensure the administration and processes that engulf working life are implemented effectively and fairly.

Accountabilities

We are looking for Mechanical HSO / Labourers to support our works at Hinkley Point C. Working alongside our mechanical craft teams, you will provide practical day-to-day support to help ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently and in line with Hinkley Point C site requirements. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with experience working within a construction, engineering, industrial or major project environment. The focus will be assisting mechanical trades with workface preparation, movement of tools and materials, housekeeping and general site support.

Main Responsibilities

• Support mechanical craft workers with day-to-day activities at the workface.
• Assist with moving, handling and positioning tools, equipment, consumables and materials.
• Help prepare work areas so mechanical activities can be carried out safely and efficiently.
• Support the set-up and movement of equipment required by mechanical trade teams.
• Assist with the controlled movement and storage of materials in line with site requirements and approved RAMS.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across work areas, including the collection, segregation and disposal of waste.
• Keep walkways, access routes and work areas clear and organised.
• Assist with barriers, signage, segregation and exclusion zones where required to maintain safe work areas.
• Support basic logistics and material movements to ensure craft workers have the equipment and materials they need.
• Carry out basic checks of tools and equipment and report any defects or issues promptly.
• Work in accordance with approved RAMS, permits, task briefings and Point of Work Risk Assessments where applicable.
• Attend and contribute to toolbox talks, daily briefings and other site safety activities.
• Report hazards, near misses, unsafe conditions and equipment defects promptly.
• Stop and escape work where conditions are unsafe or differ from agreed controls.
• Follow all applicable Hinkley Point C safety, security, quality and environmental requirements.
• Work collaboratively with mechanical trades, supervisors, logistics teams and other site functions.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• HSO Bronze Hinkley Point qualification.
• Ability to achieve the required Hinkley Point C site access and security requirements.
• Ability to undertake the required site induction, training and medical assessments.
• Relevant site safety qualifications -CCNSG.

Required skills & Experience

• Has previous experience as a Labourer, General Operative or HSO within a construction, engineering, industrial or major infrastructure environment.
• Is comfortable working alongside and providing practical support to skilled mechanical trades.
• Has a strong approach to health and safety and understands the importance of following site procedures and instructions.
• Can understand and work to RAMS, permits and task briefings.
• Communicates clearly and is confident raising concerns or escalating issues when required.
• Works well as part of a team and responds positively to instructions from craft workers and supervisors.
• Is reliable, punctual and comfortable working within a site-based environment.
• Is physically capable of carrying out a practical role involving manual handling and periods of standing and walking.

Working Pattern of Attendance and Location(s)

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Why Join Us?

For more than 60 years, nuclear power stations in the UK have been quietly keeping Britain fuelled with massive amounts of home‑grown energy.

Our teams up and down the country are proudly continuing to serve the nation – but they also have an eye on the future.

EDF is leading the UK's nuclear renaissance with the construction of a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C and plans for a new power station at Sizewell C in Suffolk.

Nuclear power is the most reliable, low‑carbon energy source currently available to the UK. EDF is playing a key role in the development of nuclear sites, while Hinkley Point C will provide low‑carbon electricity to meet 7% of the UK demand. The project is already making a positive impact on the local and national economy as well as boosting skills and education.

We’re not just building new nuclear power stations. We’re developing careers, upskilling generations and creating thousands of employment and apprenticeship opportunities across a variety of skills areas.

It takes a special kind of person to work in the nuclear energy industry and although we have thousands of them there’s always a need for more.

Our industry has a mind-boggling range of opportunities and more jobs, and in more places, than you might think. But it’s also an industry which is changing.

We’re a responsible business and proud to be Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity. With size, age and experience, we believe we can do even more.