Climate17 are working with a one of Europe’s largest independent power producers who operate a significant portfolio of renewable energy projects across Europe and the United States.
They are actively searching to hire a HSE Advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and with minimal impact on the environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with UK regulations.
- Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Develop and implement a Health & Safety and Environmental Plans and Emergency Response Plans for projects.
- Conduct site inspections and audits.
- Monitor project progress and report its status to management.
- Develop and ensure the site’s risk assessment and maintain compliance with control measures throughout the construction phase.
- Implement action plans concerning preventive and corrective activities at solar and wind farms.
- Implement and coordinate emergency procedures.
- Provide guidance to colleagues and contractors as required, e.g. Guidance on method statements, safe systems of work, updated legislation etc.
- Define HSE training plans at a local level.
- Provide training to workers on safety and environmental practices.
- Manage, monitor and analyse HSE performance data.
- Respond to and investigate accidents and incidents as required, ensuring clear investigations with identification of areas for improvement.
- Evaluate incident, observation, and other HSE data to identify trends, create, and implement specific HSE programs and processes to drive improvements.
- Support on the identification of hazards, evaluation and control of professional and environmental risks.
- Participate in the design of initiatives to promote environmental and safety awareness internally and externally.
- Review and validate HSE requirements in contracts during development phase.
Requirements
- HSE experience in renewables, especially solar and wind power projects.
- Good understanding of CDM (Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015) and how they are implemented on construction sites.
- Experience in developing and implementing safety and environmental procedures.
- Experience in conducting site inspections and audits.
- Experience working with IS0 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 management systems
- Solid knowledge of applicable UK HSE legislation, and technical guidance for high-risk activities.
- Occupational Health & Safety Diploma (Ms, Post-Graduation or other recognised certification).
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
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