Strategic Capital Projects & High-Hazard Lead

AstraZeneca plc; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a Capital Project & High-Hazard Lead at its Macclesfield Campus. The role holds the coordination point for capital projects, CDM duties, permit-to-work integrity, and high-hazard work governance, including liaison with principal contractors and maintenance of the AI-assisted workflow.

The position requires CDM knowledge, significant capital project SHE experience, and strong regulatory understanding, with leadership across safety disciplines and contractor management.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• CDM Principal Designer/Principal Contractor experience.
• Significant experience in capital project SHE or high-hazard permit-to-work coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UK CDM 2015 and PUWER regulations.

Responsibilities

• Hold campus permit-to-work system integrity and governance.
• Coordinate CDM duty-holder and contractor liaison for high-hazard work.
• Own contractor competency framework and inductions.
• Provide SHE assurance on capital projects and high-hazard operations.
• Operate AI-supported permit lifecycle workflow and document register.

Skills

CDM knowledge

Contractor management

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in engineering, construction management or related field

Tools

AI-enabled permit-system tools

Job description

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a Capital Project & High-Hazard Lead at its Macclesfield Campus. The role holds the coordination point for capital projects, CDM duties, permit-to-work integrity, and high-hazard work governance, including liaison with principal contractors and maintenance of the AI-assisted workflow.

The position requires CDM knowledge, significant capital project SHE experience, and strong regulatory understanding, with leadership across safety disciplines and contractor management.