Offshore Wind HSE Lead for Principal Contractor

Matchtech; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced HSE Expert (Principal Contractor) for a 2 year offshore wind project. The role provides independent Health, Safety and Environmental assurance across onshore mobilisation and offshore execution, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and UK HSE requirements.

The post requires offshore wind and major construction project experience, extensive auditing capability, and a proactive approach to safety culture and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience auditing and monitoring contractors under CDM regulations.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and environmental requirements.
• Experience in offshore wind or complex multi-contractor construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the Principal Contractor's HSE representative, provide objective assurance and oversight.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor HSE performance and conduct site inspections.
• Review risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems.
• Support mobilisation readiness, emergency exercises and contractor reviews prior to offshore execution.
• Produce weekly HSE assurance and performance reports.
• Escalate serious safety concerns and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate interfaces and manage overlapping activities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Auditing

CDM 2015 knowledge

Offshore wind experience

Safety culture improvement

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent Level 3)

IOSH Membership (TechIOSH minimum)

Full GWO Certification including Enhanced First Aid

Valid OEUK Medical including fitness assessment

NEBOSH Diploma or Level 6 qualification

CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an experienced HSE Expert (Principal Contractor) for a 2 year offshore wind project. The role provides independent Health, Safety and Environmental assurance across onshore mobilisation and offshore execution, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and UK HSE requirements.

The post requires offshore wind and major construction project experience, extensive auditing capability, and a proactive approach to safety culture and stakeholder engagement.