The Opportunity
Hinkley Point C (HPC) is delivering two new nuclear reactors — the first of a new generation of UK nuclear power stations, providing low-carbon electricity to around six million homes.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Health & Safety Manager to join the Site Construction leadership team. Reporting directly to the Head of Construction Health & Safety, you will play a critical role in shaping, leading, and embedding a world-class health, safety and wellbeing culture across one of Europe’s largest and most complex construction projects.
This is a high-impact leadership role, working closely with Tier 1 contractors, internal teams, regulators, and senior stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and set new standards for safety excellence in the nuclear sector.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as deputy to the Head of Construction Health & Safety, leading departmental activity and priorities
* Provide visible, credible leadership across site, engaging operatives through to senior executives
* Oversee Principal Contractor arrangements aligned to evolving site risk profiles
* Drive continuous improvement programmes and consistent safety messaging across contractors
* Coach and influence senior leaders to strengthen safety culture and behaviours
* Manage relationships with regulators
* Support emergency response planning, assurance activities, and departmental budgets
* Lead, develop, and empower a high-performing health & safety team
* Promote a strong nuclear safety culture aligned to licence conditions and best practice
About You
This role suits an experienced health & safety leader ready for a step into a major, capital-intensive organisation.
You will bring:
* Proven experience on large or medium-scale construction projects, ideally within EPC environments
* Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations, nuclear regulatory frameworks, and complex compliance environments
* Ability to influence and build trust across a wide range of stakeholders
* Experience engaging with regulators and senior leadership teams
* A pragmatic, collaborative, and emotionally intelligent leadership style
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
* Chartered Member of a recognised H&S body (or working towards)
* Strong background in behavioural safety and safety culture improvement
* Experience managing teams in high-risk, highly regulated environments
Additional Information
* Contractual location: Hinkley Point C
* Minimum 4 days per week on site
* Must meet UK Security Vetting requirements (typically 3 of the last 5 years UK residency)
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a landmark UK infrastructure project
* Influence safety strategy at the highest level
* Long-term career development within a major nuclear programme
* Opportunity to set new benchmarks for construction safety