HSE Specialist - Galloper
Harwich (Galloper Windfarm), ESS, GB, CO12 4GD
RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Health, Safety & Environment
RWE are looking for a dynamic people focused HSE professional who is keen to be part of a European team that aims to lead continuous improvement and work closely with operational teams. This is a great opportunity for someone who is already in the industry or has experience within other high risk sectors and who is keen to join renewable energy. RWE offers a comprehensive benefits package within a truly global business where the development opportunities and ability to grow are limitless.
About the role
- The Senior HSE specialist is responsible for providing specialised and professional advice and guidance to the Galloper Team, it’s line management team on all health, safety and environmental issues
- Support the Galloper Team in and implement high standards of proactive and continual improvement ‘We Care’ ethos, including initiatives in behavioural safety, wellbeing and sustainability to ensure a positive impact on the team members
- Liaising with internal and external departments to ensure contractors are suitably selected, engaged and monitored for health, safety and environmental performance
- Oversee incident investigations to identify causes and mitigation approaches, encouraging a constant learning and reflective ethos in the Galloper Team
- Produce, review and update health, safety and environment related documentation required by the allocated Galloper team or as directed by Head of HSE Offshore Operations and/or Team Lead HSE Offshore Operations, United Kingdom (UK)/Continental Europe (CE) or required by the HSE function
- Contribute towards and deliver on annual key performance indicators, annual We Care goals and targets for the Galloper Team and wider business
- Attend meetings, site visits and technology reviews with sub-contractors & clients in relation to offshore operations as directed by the Head of HSE Offshore Operations and/or Team Lead HSE Offshore Operations, United Kingdom (UK)/Continental Europe (CE)
- Prepare and present monthly HSE report to the project Senior Management Team and Project Board as required
- Deliver a programme of offshore training and maintenance of skills by completing rescue scenario’s and drills with the Galloper Team including external partners. This programme will also include managing regular safety stand down days and safety touchpoints with the offshore team
Job requirements and experience
- NEBOSH Certificate
- Hold IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
- Hold an audit qualification such as ISO 45001/14001 internal auditor
- Experience in developing, implementing and maintaining a certifiable HSE Management System
- Ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels through verbal and written communication including effective listening skills
- Already be experienced as an HSE professional
- Be able to display a practical and forward-thinking approach to handling operational HSE challenges
- To act with integrity and have effective organisational skills, with a systematic, practical, and pragmatic approach. Able to work in a time-sensitive setting, and be team-oriented
- Good written and spoken English
- Good health, with general all round fitness to work in an offshore environment is a requirement for the role
Advantageous, but not essential
- Working towards a NEBOSH Diploma
We offer a hybrid working model, with a minimum requirement of three days per week on site. As a result, candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.
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Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell, marie.bennell@rwe.com #LI-MB1
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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters
As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, U.S., Japan and Korea. We have already 19 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to a clean energy future.
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