HSE Expert - Principal Contractor

HSE Expert (Principal Contractor) - Offshore Wind

2 Year Contract
Outside IR35
Major Offshore Wind Development

Our client, an International offshore wind Developer is recruiting for a HSE Expert to provide independent Health, Safety and Environmental assurance on a large scale offshore wind project during both the onshore mobilisation and offshore execution phases.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HSE professional with extensive experience in offshore wind, major construction projects and Principal Contractor oversight under CDM 2015 regulations.

The Role

Acting as the Principal Contractor's HSE representative, you will provide objective assurance, oversight and constructive challenge to ensure contractors and subcontractors are planning and executing work safely and in compliance with project requirements.
Key responsibilities include:

Supporting compliance with CDM 2015 Principal Contractor duties
Monitoring contractor and subcontractor HSE performance
Conducting site inspections, audits and assurance reviews
Reviewing risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems
Monitoring high risk activities including:
Lifting operations
Work at height
Electrical isolation and stored energy controls
Marine and offshore operations
Simultaneous operations (SIMOPS)
High-voltage commissioning activities
Confined space entry
Emergency preparedness and response
Coordinating contractor interfaces and managing overlapping activities
Escalating serious safety concerns and ensuring corrective actions are implemented
Producing weekly HSE assurance and performance reports
Supporting mobilisation readiness, emergency exercises and contractor reviews prior to offshore execution.

Requirements

Essential

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent Level 3 qualification)
IOSH Membership (TechIOSH minimum)
Experience within offshore wind or complex multi-contractor construction projects
Strong knowledge of CDM 2015, UK HSE legislation and environmental requirements
Experience auditing and monitoring contractors under CDM regulations
Excellent stakeholder engagement and reporting skills
Full GWO Certification including Enhanced First Aid
Valid OEUK Medical including fitness assessment.

Desirable

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification
CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification
Root Cause Analysis training such as Taproot, Tripod or Kelvin TOPSET.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

A proactive and confident HSE professional
Comfortable providing challenge while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
Experienced in offshore and marine environments
Able to influence contractor performance without compromising independence
Passionate about driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Contract Details

✅ 2 Year Assignment
✅ Outside IR35
✅ Long-term offshore wind project
✅ Predominantly onshore mobilisation phase before transition to offshore rotation
✅ Immediate start available.

Interested in hearing more? Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed