Health, Safety & Environment Manager at UK Atomic Energy Authority

Rotherham, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

51317.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HSE Leadership, Safety Culture, Subject Matter Expert, Contractor Supervision, HSE Guidance, Capital Programme Oversight, Rig Development, Inspections, Audits, Incident Reviews, Stakeholder Management, CDM Regulations, Laboratory Safety, Construction Safety

Industry

Research Services

Description

Company Description Fusion, the process that powers the sun and stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research organisations to achieve ground breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid by developing the power stations of tomorrow and the skilled workforce to deliver them. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety and Environment Manager to lead and actively shape a positive safety culture at our UKAEA South Yorkshire site in Rotherham. This operational site supports pioneering fusion engineering and world-leading scientific research, including first-of-a-kind test rigs and advanced laboratories. Working on site five days a week, you will provide visible, hands-on leadership to a diverse community of engineers, scientists, project managers, contractors and visitors. As the stand-alone HSE lead, you will act as the trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, delivering clear, confident guidance in a fast-evolving environment and playing a key role in supporting one of the UK’s most innovative clean energy programmes. . Core responsibilities Act as the site’s subject matter expert for health, safety and environment Supervise staff and contractors on site to ensure they maintain safe working practices Advise and support senior managers, project teams and engineering groups in all areas of HSE Lead HSE planning and oversight for an ambitious capital programme, including first of a kind fusion rig development Conduct inspections, audits and incident reviews, promoting learning and continuous improvement Ensure safe, compliant operation of office, laboratories, rig‑hall and construction areas Build strong relationships across a diverse stakeholder group — from scientists to construction specialists, adapting approach as required Qualifications Qualified to degree level or NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety and Healt Demonstrable HSE leadership experience across construction or complex major mechanical and engineering projects containing high hazard plant. Experience with compliance to CDM regulations would be highly desirable, but not essential Experience across office, laboratory and industrial / rig settings Comfortable working within structured HSE frameworks and within a highly regulated environment Genuine passion for creating a positive, supportive and safe working environment for everyone If you’re passionate about protecting people, enabling cutting‑edge science, and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture, we’d love to hear from you. Additional Information A full list of our benefits can be found here https://careers.ukaea.uk/life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/ but highlights include: £51317 base salary Final salary defined benefit scheme with an equivalent of 21.5% employer pension contribution 25 days annual leave, plus 3 days Christmas closure, 2.5 privilege day and 8 Bank holidays Flexible and hybrid working options UKAEA’s mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds to help us achieve this goal. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and strive to ensure fair representation across our workforce. We particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in STEM, including women and individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, while ensuring all appointments are made on merit. Further information can be found here. Salary: £51,317 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Fusion Technology Site Location: UKAEA Rotherham, Yorkshire Confirmed Grade: Grade G Department: Technology Department

Responsibilities

The manager will act as the site's subject matter expert for health, safety, and environment, supervising staff and contractors to ensure safe working practices. Key duties include advising senior managers, leading HSE planning for capital programs, conducting reviews, and ensuring safe operation across various site areas.