Assistant HSE Engineer

We inspire and empower our people to deliver their best work, helping them grow and succeed today and into the future. Our supportive and diverse team strives to do the right thing for our people, clients, and communities.  We value our people as our greatest asset and offer competitive packages to attract and retain the best talent. UK employees enjoy benefits such as free single medical cover, digital GP services, enhanced parental leave pay, free membership to employee assistance programs, reimbursement for professional development, and community support initiatives like matched funding and paid volunteering time. 

We prioritize work-life balance, offering hybrid, part-time, and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs and our business objectives.  About the Opportunity: We are hiring an Assistant HSE Engineer with CDM to join our Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Services team.

About the role

This role supports a key client’s nuclear fleet across the UK. Based in Dunbar, occasional travel to other UK sites/stations will be required.  Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be accountable for project delivery directly to the client. Your role will include providing positive leadership on HSE matters, fostering a proactive HSE culture, and driving continuous improvement in HSE performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support local Site Management Teams in implementing the 3P Plan.
• Develop and implement project-specific HS procedures.
• Ensure compliance with statutory HSE requirements, including CDM regulations, through pre-construction information, construction phase health and safety plans, and compliance audits.
•  Assist in contractor management, including selection, method statement reviews, risk assessments, and on-site monitoring.
• Provide HSE advice and guidance to all project stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver project-specific HSE inductions. Prepare monthly HSE performance reports and identify areas for improvement.
• Record, investigate, and report accidents, assisting with the CAP process and OPEX material development.
• Promote consistent use of Energy HU Tools across projects through monitoring and coaching. Support regulatory agency interactions and facilitate HSE walks, sharing findings with the Construction Manager.
• Collaborate with Station ISE and Environmental Safety Engineers to coordinate work and share best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• HNC in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent.
• Current knowledge of CDM Regulations and a minimum of a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• A National Diploma is desirable.
• Membership in IOSH and an IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management are desirable.
• Experience as an HSE professional in a highly regulated, operational environment, including contractor management and accident investigation/reporting.

Our Culture

Safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity are the foundations of our values. We prioritize mental health, a sense of belonging, and a culture of caring. 

We embrace inclusion and diversity, knowing it fosters creativity and connection. We welcome all, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or family leave status. 

Our Global Employee Networks promote these values, ensuring everyone feels accepted and valued for who they are