Offshore Health & Safety Advisor

SSE PLC; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Interest-free loans on tech and travel

Job summary

SSE Renewables is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support UK offshore renewable energy projects, across development and construction phases. This is a site-focused role combining safety leadership, stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance to help ensure projects are delivered safely and successfully.

Working on a rotational offshore basis, initially on Dogger Bank SOVs, you will embed a strong safety culture throughout the project lifecycle and support multiple sites with flexible

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore wind construction or high-risk operations is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to influence stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking capability to assess risk and develop practical solutions.
• Commitment to working towards professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert Health & Safety support to Offshore Project Managers and wider project teams.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, standards and project requirements offshore.
• Deliver day-to-day Health & Safety support throughout development, construction and execution phases.
• Conduct due diligence reviews, audits and Health & Safety assessments of contractors, suppliers and partner organisations.
• Support multiple projects and adapt safety leadership across the portfolio.

Skills

Health & Safety leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

NEBOSH/IOSH qualification (or equival.

Education

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Job description

Base Location: Offshore, with ability to mobilise from Ports across North East England.

Salary: £44,000 - £65,900 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Offshore Rotation.

The Role

At SSE Renewables, safety is our number one priority. It's at the heart of everything we do.

We're looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to support our portfolio of UK offshore renewable energy projects, working across both development and construction phases. This is a varied, site-focused role that combines practical safety leadership, stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance to help ensure our projects are delivered safely and successfully.

Working on a rotational offshore basis, initially on Dogger Bank SOV's, you'll support activities across a number of offshore construction sites, providing expert guidance and helping to embed a strong safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.

You will

• Provide expert Health & Safety support, advice and guidance to Offshore Project Managers, Package Managers and wider project teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation, standards and project requirements across offshore activities.
• Deliver day-to-day Health & Safety support throughout project development, construction and execution phases.
• Conduct due diligence reviews, audits and Health & Safety assessments of contractors, suppliers and partner organisations where required.
• Support multiple projects and workstreams, adapting to changing priorities and providing flexible safety leadership across the portfolio.

You have

• Experience within offshore wind construction, marine operations or other high-risk operational environments is desirable, although not essential.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and a passion for creating safe, compliant and high-performing workplaces.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking capability, with the ability to assess risk, simplify complex issues and develop practical solutions.
• A recognised Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH, IOSH membership (or equivalent), or a commitment to working towards professional accreditation.

A full UK driving licence with willingness and ability to travel to offshore project locations as required is essential.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plansees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.