Project HSE Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension plan

Generous annual leave

Health screening programme

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Project HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental activities across major energy infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

You will develop HSE strategies, coordinate with customers and subcontractors, manage budgets and documentation, and coach project teams to build a strong safety culture while delivering on tender and project requirements.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification (Level 6 preferred).
• 5+ years' experience in a similar HSE role within large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of HSE management in engineering, construction, infrastructure, power or utilities.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001; Internal Auditor certification is advantageous.
• Formal Incident Investigation training and experience producing HSE documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of project HSE strategies across the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with customers during tender phases, interpreting HSE requirements.
• Prepare and submit high quality HSE tender documentation and project plans.
• Represent Hitachi Energy in customer meetings and project reviews as HSE SME.
• Define HSE scopes for subcontractors and align with project expectations.
• Manage project HSE budgets and resource planning to support delivery.
• Maintain HSE management documents, including Project HSE Plans and ERPs.
• Work with engineering on HAZID and design reviews to mitigate risks.
• Build and lead the project HSE framework across all phases.
• Champion compliance with legal, contractual and company HSE requirements.
• Analyse project performance and provide strategic HSE insights.

Skills

HSE management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

NEBOSH Level 6 or equivalent

Job description

Project HSE Manager

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

The Opportunity

Are you ready to power the future with Hitachi Energy?

We are seeking an experienced Project HSE Manager to support our HVDC business in Birmingham. In this role, you will lead Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) activities across major energy infrastructure projects, ensuring the highest standards of compliance, safety performance, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project HSE strategies, ensuring health, safety, and environmental excellence is embedded throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Partner with customers during tender phases, interpreting HSE requirements and demonstrating Hitachi Energy's commitment to delivering industry-leading HSE performance.
• Own the preparation and submission of high-quality HSE tender documentation and project plans, helping secure and successfully deliver major energy infrastructure projects.
• Represent Hitachi Energy in customer meetings, workshops, and project reviews, acting as a trusted HSE subject matter expert.
• Shape HSE requirements for subcontractors by developing clear scopes of work and driving alignment with project expectations.
• Manage project HSE budgets and resource planning, ensuring the right people, training, and services are in place to support successful project delivery.
• Develop and maintain key HSE management documentation, including Project HSE Plans and Emergency Preparedness & Response Plans, helping establish best-in-class project standards.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams during HAZID and design review activities to proactively identify and mitigate project risks.
• Build and lead the project HSE framework, ensuring appropriate resources and expertise are available throughout all project phases.
• Champion compliance with legal, contractual, and company HSE requirements while driving a positive and proactive safety culture across project teams.
• Analyse project performance and provide strategic HSE insights through customer and internal reporting, supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Establish, monitor, and drive project HSE KPI performance, implementing improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results.
• Work closely with subcontractors and delivery partners to strengthen HSE standards, ensuring a collaborative and consistent approach across the supply chain.
• Lead project HSE reporting and incident management processes, ensuring effective communication, transparency, and lessons learned across the business.
• Design and deliver engaging HSE training, induction, and awareness programmes that build capability and empower teams to work safely.
• Provide expert guidance and coaching to project teams, influencing decision-making and supporting the successful resolution of complex HSE challenges.
• Build strong relationships with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective HSE coordination across engineering, construction, and project management functions.

Your Background

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Recognised HSE qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent), with Level 6 preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in a similar HSE role within large-scale project environments.
• Strong understanding of HSE management within engineering, construction, infrastructure, power, or utilities sectors.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001; Internal Auditor certification is advantageous.
• Formal Incident Investigation training.
• Experience producing and reviewing HSE technical documentation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create meaningful value for every employee, supporting wellbeing, development, and long-term success.

Our benefits generally include:

• Generous annual leave plus public holidays, with the option to buy and sell additional leave
• Enhanced pension plan with competitive employer contributions
• Private healthcare
• Health screening programme and dental plan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• Critical illness cover, life insurance, and income protection
• Fitness and wellbeing benefits, including gym access, on-demand exercise classes, and wellness apps
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Performance-related rewards and recognition
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing enhancement of our employee-focused flexible benefits offering

Benefits may vary depending on job grade, location, and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations, and some flexible benefits may require employee contributions.