HSE Engineer

Shape the future of nuclear safety while driving real impact on one of the UK’s most critical energy programmes.
 
This is a standout opportunity for an experienced HSE Engineer to play a key role within a high-profile nuclear environment. You will be at the forefront of promoting a strong safety culture, influencing project delivery teams, and ensuring best practice across complex engineering projects. If you are passionate about safety, compliance and continuous improvement, this role offers both challenge and long-term career progression.
 
 
Key Responsibilities
 

• Lead and promote a positive HSE culture across site project teams
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations, standards and procedures
• Develop and implement project-specific HSE documentation
• Monitor and report on HSE performance and improvement initiatives
• Support contractor selection, onboarding and compliance monitoring
• Conduct site audits, inspections and HSE walks
• Investigate incidents and support reporting processes
• Deliver inductions and HSE training across project teams
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on all HSE matters
• Collaborate with wider safety and environmental teams

 
 
Qualifications & Requirements
 

• HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations
• IOSH membership (or working towards)
• Experience in construction, engineering or nuclear environments
• Strong understanding of HSE management systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence and drive behavioural safety
• Experience auditing and improving HSE performance
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach

 
 
What’s in it for you?
 
The nuclear sector offers long-term career stability, cutting-edge innovation and the opportunity to contribute to critical national infrastructure. It is an industry built on safety, precision and continuous improvement, providing excellent professional development and progression.
 

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Exposure to major UK infrastructure projects
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Work within a highly regulated, safety-first environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful industry impact

 
 
Company Overview
 
Our Client is a globally recognised engineering and technology solutions provider, delivering innovative and complex projects across critical sectors. With a strong focus on safety, integrity and collaboration, they are committed to solving some of the world’s most challenging problems. Their inclusive and supportive culture empowers employees to grow, develop and make a genuine impact.
 
Interested?
 
Please call Emily or Carolyn on 01502 564892 or email emily@peoplewithenergy.co.uk.