Health, Safety and Wellbeing - Fire and Emergency Preparedness Specialist
Location:
Sizewell C Project Site - Suffolk
Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C!
The Civil Works Alliance is seeking a Fire and Emergency Preparedness Specialist to support the success of the Sizewell C Project, a major nuclear infrastructure development.
The Fire and Emergency Preparedness Specialist will deliver all aspects of Integrated Emergency Management (IEM), including threat anticipation, risk assessment, prevention, response, learning, recovery, and procedure validation. You will support HSW Managers and operational teams to ensure compliance with fire and emergency preparedness arrangements and legal obligations.
Key Responsibilities
* Review and update the CWA Incident Management Plan, recommending procedural changes as needed.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate drills and exercises to ensure response readiness against identified threats.
* Conduct Horizon Scanning to support the four elements of IEM: Anticipation, Assessment, Prevention, and Preparation.
* Coordinate with site emergency response teams, SZC Fire & Rescue Service, Medical Response teams, G4S Security, and Site Operations.
* Motivate, coach, and support project management teams to meet fire and emergency preparedness requirements.
* Identify and leverage joint learning, training, drills, and exercises with emergency services.
Skills & Experience
* Supervisory experience in fast-paced operational response environments.
* Research and planning skills for risk-based exercises.
* Ability to advise senior leaders on tactical emergency management.
* Knowledge of Incident Controller and Emergency Marshal roles.
* Familiarity with SZC's Trauma Medical Immediate Care syllabus and advanced first aid.
* Understanding of UK Health and Safety Legislation (e.g., Construction Regs 2015, Confined Space Regs, Civil Contingencies Act).
* Knowledge of Nuclear Site Licensing Conditions (LC 11, LC 8).
* Experience with Confined Space working and rescue (C&G Level 2 & 3).
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Proficiency with rescue equipment for height and depth rescues.
Why SZC?
Contribute to a major UK infrastructure project shaping the future of energy in a supportive environment that values safety, innovation, and sustainability.
About Laing O'Rourke
International engineering and construction firm with over 150 years of delivering infrastructure and buildings in the UK, Middle East, and Australia. Committed to certainty, reliability, and quality.
We support diversity and accessibility through the Disability Confident scheme and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Please inform us of any adjustments needed for the application process.
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