Health, Safety & Environment Advisor

Windward Energy

Health, Safety & Environment Advisor supporting renewable energy development and construction projects for Bute Energy in Cardiff. Coordinating HSE advice, reviews, audits and management systems across the project lifecycle.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeCardiff • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £45,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Environment, Health and Safety (HSE) management within construction and energy sectors, with a strong focus on compliance with UK health and safety legislation and the development of effective HSE systems. Capable of providing practical EHS advice and support across multiple projects while promoting a positive HSE culture.

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EHS Management System DevelopmentUK Health and Safety LegislationNEBOSH CertificateConstruction (Design and Management) RegulationsContractor Vetting and Procurement Support

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Hard Skills

EHS Activities SupportHazID, HazCON, HazOP, SIMOP ReviewsDesign Risk AssessmentsIncident Reporting and InvestigationPerformance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsPrioritizationCollaborationPositive HSE Culture Promotion

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

NEBOSH CertificateDiploma Level Qualification (Willingness to Work Towards)

Industry Keywords

ConstructionEnergyInfrastructureEHS Management SystemsAssurance Frameworks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide competent Environment, Health and Safety (HSE) support across all Bute Energy Ltd activities
Advise and support project teams from early concept through construction and handover
Lead project HSE reviews, including HazIDs, HazCONs, HazOPs and SIMOPs
Support BEL in fulfilling client duties under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
Work with Principal Designers and Principal Contractors, including oversight of design risk assessments and design logs
Support client-side HSE monitoring and assurance during construction
Develop, implement and continuously improve the BEL HSE Management System
Support contractor and consultant vetting, pre-qualification, selection, tendering and procurement processes
Undertake site visits, reviews and audits
Support incident reporting, investigation, action tracking and performance monitoring
Administer and coordinate BEL HSE Committee meetings, reports, actions and follow-up
Collaborate with Windward Energy Group HSE colleagues
Promote a positive, practical HSE culture and develop HSE awareness and capability across BEL
Provide hands-on project support, HSE system development, maintenance, assurance and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience supporting EHS activities within construction, energy, infrastructure or similar environments
Sound working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations and Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor roles
Ability to provide clear, proportionate and practical EHS advice to non-specialists
Willingness to be visible on site and effective in developing systems and processes
Ability to organise and prioritise workload across multiple projects and activities
Competence in Microsoft packages, including Word and Excel
NEBOSH Certificate
Willingness to work towards Diploma level qualification
Demonstrable construction EHS experience, ideally within energy, infrastructure or similar project-based environments
Experience supporting projects through development and delivery activities is desirable
Experience of contractor vetting, tender evaluation and procurement support is desirable
Familiarity with EHS management systems and assurance frameworks is desirable
Willingness to develop professional competence and take on increased responsibility over time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work structure with the option to work from home or in the office as needed
The ability to work core hours and take time back in lieu throughout the week
Fridays allocated as ‘no meeting’ days
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Private Medical Insurance from day 1 with cover for immediate family, including spouse or partner and children
Direct mental health pathways and support
Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
Employer pension contributions up to 7%
Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech scheme with discounts on laptops, phones and iPads for personal use
Life assurance cover and income protection
Travel insurance
Enhanced policies and provisions supporting colleagues through all the moments that matter
Regular team socials, activities, sporting events and charity fundraisers
Mentoring, training and practical experience across development and construction projects
Exposure to Group level governance