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We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. 

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity 

We are recruiting for an Assistant HSE Engineer with CDM to join our Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Services team supporting our key client EDF with their nuclear fleet in the UK. 

This is a key role within our Project Management Resource team which is spread across our UK network at all UK sites and stations.  The role will be based at the EDF Torness Power Station and will require occasional business travel to UK sites/stations. In this role you will report to the Operations Manager but be accountable for project delivery directly to the client.

The Assistant HSE Engineer with CDM role is to provide positive leadership on HSE matters within the Site Project Teams and promote the adoption of best practice. To promote an enthusiastic HSE culture that delivers positive commitment to and engages all employees in continuous improvement in HSE performance.

To monitor and report on the effectiveness of the HSE Management system and progress against HSE Performance Standards. To make recommendations for improvement as appropriate.

You will be responsible for the following\:

Support the local Site Management Team in the implementation of the 3 P Plan. Development and implementation of Projects HS procedures and arrangements. To ensure that any statutory and legislative HSE requirements are implemented in their respective Site Team and report any non compliances to the Construction Manager. Ensure that compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) is achieved by assisting in the development of pre-construction information and construction phase health and safety plans and supporting the key duty holders’ positions by auditing compliance. Assist in the management process of contractors e.g. having input into\: the selection of contractors, the review of contractor’s method statements and risk assessments and monitoring of contractors when they commence work on site. Provide advice and guidance on all HSE matters. Develop project specific inductions and present the material as and when required. Complete a monthly report on HSE performance identifying good practices and any deteriorating trends to the Construction Manager. Ensure all accidents are entered into the CAP process and assist in the recording, reporting, investigation and production of any relevant OPEX material associated with the same. Monitoring and coaching all Project resource to ensure consistent use of the EDF Energy HU Tools across 
all projects. Provide support for nominated company representatives in their dealings with regulatory agency and interface as required. Conduct HSE walks and record findings and report to Construction Manager the outcome of these reviews. Work with Station ISE and Environmental Safety Engineers to co-ordinate Projects scope of work, share best practice and implement any HSE initiatives that the station is undertaking. *

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. 

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity 

We are recruiting for an Assistant HSE Engineer with CDM to join our Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Services team supporting our key client EDF with their nuclear fleet in the UK. 

This is a key role within our Project Management Resource team which is spread across our UK network at all UK sites and stations.  The role will be based at the EDF Torness Power Station and will require occasional business travel to UK sites/stations. In this role you will report to the Operations Manager but be accountable for project delivery directly to the client.

The Assistant HSE Engineer with CDM role is to provide positive leadership on HSE matters within the Site Project Teams and promote the adoption of best practice. To promote an enthusiastic HSE culture that delivers positive commitment to and engages all employees in continuous improvement in HSE performance.

To monitor and report on the effectiveness of the HSE Management system and progress against HSE Performance Standards. To make recommendations for improvement as appropriate.

You will be responsible for the following\:

Support the local Site Management Team in the implementation of the 3 P Plan. Development and implementation of Projects HS procedures and arrangements. To ensure that any statutory and legislative HSE requirements are implemented in their respective Site Team and report any non compliances to the Construction Manager. Ensure that compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) is achieved by assisting in the development of pre-construction information and construction phase health and safety plans and supporting the key duty holders’ positions by auditing compliance. Assist in the management process of contractors e.g. having input into\: the selection of contractors, the review of contractor’s method statements and risk assessments and monitoring of contractors when they commence work on site. Provide advice and guidance on all HSE matters. Develop project specific inductions and present the material as and when required. Complete a monthly report on HSE performance identifying good practices and any deteriorating trends to the Construction Manager. Ensure all accidents are entered into the CAP process and assist in the recording, reporting, investigation and production of any relevant OPEX material associated with the same. Monitoring and coaching all Project resource to ensure consistent use of the EDF Energy HU Tools across 
all projects. Provide support for nominated company representatives in their dealings with regulatory agency and interface as required. Conduct HSE walks and record findings and report to Construction Manager the outcome of these reviews. Work with Station ISE and Environmental Safety Engineers to co-ordinate Projects scope of work, share best practice and implement any HSE initiatives that the station is undertaking. * HNC in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent.  Current qualification/knowledge of the CDM Regulations. Minimum NEBOSH General Certificate, Construction Certificate or NVQ Level 3. National Diploma desirable. Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) desirable. IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management. Suitable relevant experience working as a HSE Professional in a project context. This needs to include experience working within a highly regulated, operational environment. Must be experienced in managing contractors and experience of accident investigation and reporting.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.  

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.

* HNC in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent.  Current qualification/knowledge of the CDM Regulations. Minimum NEBOSH General Certificate, Construction Certificate or NVQ Level 3. National Diploma desirable. Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) desirable. IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management. Suitable relevant experience working as a HSE Professional in a project context. This needs to include experience working within a highly regulated, operational environment. Must be experienced in managing contractors and experience of accident investigation and reporting.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.  

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.