Health and Safety Officer (Power Generation)

Health and Safety Officer (Power Generation)

£40,000 - £45,000 + Company Benefits + Training + Progression + Company Car + Company Bonus

Manchester - England Patch

Are you a Health & Safety Officer from a construction or engineering background looking for a genuinely autonomous role where you'll take ownership of multi-site safety across major UK energy projects, with clear progression into a managerial position and the chance to shape how SHE is delivered across a leading power generation business?

A leading international power generation specialist delivering low-carbon energy and battery storage solutions. Established in 80's, the business designs, builds and maintains systems including gas engines, CHP, biogas, landfill gas and large-scale batteries. They work with public sector bodies, industrial clients and energy developers to deliver turnkey projects supporting energy efficiency and net zero goals. With a strong international presence and multi-million-pound turnover, the organisation is known for its technical expertise and delivery of reliable, sustainable energy solutions.

In this role, you will act as the main point of contact for safety, health and environmental matters across multiple UK sites, carrying out inspections, audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and ISO management systems. You will support the development of SHE policies, investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and provide guidance to site teams to promote safe working practices and continuous improvement in SHE performance.

This role would suit a SHE Officer or Advisor from a construction or M&E background looking to take ownership of regional SHE responsibilities and develop their career within a growing organisation that offers strong training and long-term progression.

The Role:

Act as main SHE contact across multiple UK sites, ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards
Carry out site inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify and reduce risk
Support development and implementation of SHE policies, procedures and safe systems of work
Maintain ISO 45001, 14001 and 9001 management systems
Support and advise site teams to promote safe working practices and continuous improvement

The Person:

NEBOSH General Certificate
Strong knowledge of CDM, LOLER, PUWER, Electricity at Work and Gas Safety Regulations
Experience carrying out risk assessments, audits and implementing SHE procedures
Knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001 and 9001 management systems
Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel across multiple sites (and Ireland if required)

Reference: BBBH25480A

SHE, SHEQ, Health, Safety, Environmental, Compliance, Risk, Assessment, CDM, PUWER, Gas ISO, 45001, 14001, 9001, IMS, Auditing, Construction, Engineering, Site Safety, Site Inspection, Multi-site, Regional, UK Travel, Manchester, North West

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