Health, Safety and Wellbeing Systems Advisor
Location: London/Ipswich
Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C!
The Civil Works Alliance is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic HSW Systems Advisor to contribute to the delivery of the exciting Sizewell C Project. In this role, you will support the SMS Systems Lead in developing, communicating, implementing, maintaining, and reviewing the CWA Safety Management System (SMS). You will ensure that the SMS remains fit for purpose to manage risks associated with the work being carried out, while supporting delivery teams in achieving operational excellence in Health, Safety, and Wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Supports the HSW SMS Systems Lead and wider functional team in the development of a suitable and sufficient Safety Management System (SMS) for the Civil Works Alliance.
* Liaise with the Integrated Management System (IMS) development team in the lead up to the launch of the Civil Works Alliance IMS.
* Support the implementation of and ensure compliance with the CWA Safety Management System (SMS) through engagement, training and assurance.
* Able to build relationships with the CWA project teams and wider interested stakeholders.
* Supports the implementation of the Nuclear Safety message during engagements with the whole CWA team.
What skills & experience are we looking for?
* NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
* Experience of using and developing health and safety management systems.
* Capable of planning and managing your workload.
* Proficient in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.
* Skilled in influencing and promoting a positive HSW culture by providing constructive feedback on performance, strengths, and development needs.
* Experienced in engaging with all levels within the CWA operational team structure.
* Knowledge of UK Health and Safety Legislation.
* Competent in using data and information for the preparation of HSW SMS reports.
* Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Managers and Professionals competence.
* Good knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Why SZC?
This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey—from investment to construction and beyond.
About Laing O'Rourke
We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.
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