About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Health and Safety Specialist to support our expanding portfolio of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the UK.
You will play a critical role in ensuring health and safety compliance, with a particular focus on electrical safety in Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) environments. This is an exciting opportunity to directly contribute to the UK’s renewable energy transition by fostering a strong culture of safety and compliance across multiple project sites.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations, especially within the energy and construction sectors.
* Conduct regular, independent site inspections, audits, and risk assessments on active BESS projects.
* Develop, implement, and maintain BESS-specific health and safety plans and procedures.
* Lead or support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
* Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training to employees and contractors.
* Promote best practices in electrical safety, with an emphasis on LV and HV systems.
* Maintain and update safety records including RAMS, audit reports, incident logs, and training records.
* Collaborate closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to enforce and continuously improve safety performance.
What We're Looking For
Must-Have:
* 5-7 years of relevant EHS experience in the energy or construction sectors
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification)
* In-depth knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and applicable codes of practice
* Proven background in the energy or construction sectors
* Demonstrated experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
* Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols and practices
* Ability to design and implement practical safety strategies and site-specific controls
* Confident in delivering inductions, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions to diverse audiences
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively alongside contractors and multi-disciplinary teams
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently to project sites
Nice to Have (Advantageous)
* Specific experience working on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
* Prior experience in renewable energy sector
* TechIOSH or working towards CMIOSH status
* Experience with ISO 45001 implementation or maintenance
* First Aid qualification
* Formal investigation training (e.g., ICAM, TapRooT, or similar)