HSE Specialist – Regional Site-Based

Hitachi

Project Health, Safety and Environment Advisor role ensuring compliance with HSE policies at Hitachi Energy. Driving safety initiatives and conducting site inspections for engineering operations.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Health, Safety, and Environmental management, with a strong focus on compliance with regulations such as COSHH, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001. Proficient in delivering HSE training and conducting risk assessments while promoting a culture of safety and proactive incident prevention.

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EHS ManagementNEBOSH Construction CertificateHealth And Safety ComplianceEnvironmental PermittingMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Health And Safety ManagementEnvironmental ManagementRisk AssessmentIncident InvestigationHSE InspectionsDocumentation ReviewPollution ControlWaste ManagementTraining DeliveryProject Management

Soft Skills

Assertive CommunicationTeam CollaborationProactive Work EthicEnthusiasmInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeSharePointShareFileMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

NEBOSH Construction CertificateISO 45001ISO 14001

Industry Keywords

COSHHHealth And Safety LegislationEnvironmental HealthConservationPollution ControlWaste ManagementHSE PolicyInternal And External AuditsProject Review MeetingsLegal Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote safe working practices and ensure the implementation of company HSE policy and procedures on site
Carry out regular site HSE inspections and report back findings
Ensure that relevant documentation relating to the Health & safety and Environmental Systems are issued in accordance with the company policy
Coordinating all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health and conservation
Ensure that HSE issues are discussed at project review meetings
Keep and maintain clear records to comply with company internal and external audit standards
Manage the investigation of accidents and incidents, report findings and ensure actions are complete
Ensure that the relevant documentation relating to the requirements of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations) are compliant with external requirements
Assist site managers and sub-contractor owners with risk assessments and sub-contractor evaluations and documentation review when requested
Deliver HSE training where appropriate and as agreed with the Project Manager
Suggest, communicate and promote initiatives for incident prevention and forward to Project Manager / HSE & Sustainability Manager for consideration
Support the Project Manager in Incident investigation
Keep up-to-date on Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
Communicate, demonstrate and promote HSE ethos, values and concepts using presentation skills, toolbox talks and use other forms of communication
Become a Role Model for Safe Behaviour
Liaising with the relevant legal authorities (i.e. H.S.A, EPA etc.)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of Health, Safety and Environmental management in an engineering operation of a similar size and complexity
Working knowledge of PSCS duties
Expertise in EHS management, project and service management is preferred
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or higher in EHS
Proficient in MS Office, SharePoint, ShareFile & Microsoft Teams
Practical experience of Environmental permitting, ISO 45001, ISO14001 and or similar management systems
Excellent assertive communication skills, verbal and written
Proactive, enthusiastic and have a dedicated work ethic
Ability to deal with people at all levels and be committed to working as part of a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Safety training
Professional development opportunities