HSE Specialist - Safety Assurance

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for HSE Specialist – Safety Assurance. Based at our Capenhurst site location you’ll be the Group Projects Subject Matter Expert for arrangements and the requirements of each of the portfolio of projects to be aligned with Group Projects, local site and local legislative requirements for emrgency arrangements. Including the development of arrangements for the practical and pragmatic implementation of applicable law, relevant good practice and business requirements in areas such as confined space rescue, rescue from height, medical support and emergency arrangements thereby assisting the Group Projects portfolio across all facilities in achieving excellence in emergency preparedness for the delivery of these projects.

What will your day look like?

• Providing pragmatic and useful advice and guidance in all HSE topics but primarily to ensure compliance with construction regulations and local mangement system requirements applicable to construction, project execution, temporary works and contractor management. This requires collaborative working with the other professionals in HSE throughout the business. This will include continual intelligence gathering from around the organisation, building constructive relationships with a wide range of interested parties.
• Provide technical expertise to the development and implementation of a management system which ensures compliance with relevant law and company and industry requirements, with specific accountability for construction and contractor management. Provision of advice on the practical implementation within the Urenco Group Projects portfolio.
• Provide advice and challenge to leadership across the Group Projets in terms of performance in construction and contractor management, including working collaboratively with other areas of the businesses to identify and implement learning and improvement strategies and activities.
• Delivers a range of generic HSE activities as required by departmental management, including leading and contributing to investigations, audits and inspections, continual improvement, training etc.
• Act as a coach and mentor to others across site to support compliance with legislation and the development of the desired safety culture and behaviours.
• Develop and implement appropriate internal performance reporting tools, and embed them into the running of the three Capenhurst businesses. Ensure external (including regulatory) reporting requirements are met.

What do you need to be great at this role?

• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
• NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
• Recognised lead auditor training (or a commitment to work towards)
• Previous, proven experience of providing health and safety and environment management advice in a construction and project environment.
• Experience of working with and/or developing Integrated Management Systems or Safety Management Systems
• Experience of successfully influencing at all levels of a business, including where conflicting priorities exist and out with own reporting line.
• Experience of working within large construction projects in nuclear, COMAH or other high-hazard industries, including interacting with relevant regulators.
• Experience of establishing frameworks to assess contractor performance against industry best practice and company objectives.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and thats just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave of 25.5 days per annum, rising with 10 years’ service to 28.5 days and after 20 years’ service to 32.5 days. In addition, by working our standard hours you will accrue the equivalent of 13 additional days off to be used flexibly.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• The opportunity to join our private medical insurance scheme.
• A business delivery bonus of up to £4,000 per annum, based on performance against personal and business targets.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to security clearance and medical, drug and alcohol testing prior to start.

Our Promise

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.??
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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