Health and Safety Engineer

Job Title: Health & Safety Engineer (Contract – Nuclear)

Location: Whitehaven, Cumbria (Hybrid – site & remote working)Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (Inside)Rate: Competitive rate

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Engineer to support nuclear projects based in Whitehaven. This hybrid contract role will focus on ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and regulatory compliance across project activities within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety support across nuclear project operations
• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK health & safety legislation and nuclear industry regulations
• Develop and review risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and safety documentation
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety assurance activities
• Identify hazards and implement effective mitigation and control measures
• Support incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project teams and contractors
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies
• Monitor and report on HSE performance, KPIs, and improvement plans
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practice implementation

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within the nuclear sector
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience working in highly regulated environments (e.g., nuclear, oil & gas, or major infrastructure)
• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent qualification
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working on projects at Sellafield or similar licensed nuclear sites
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification
• Membership of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or working towards Chartered status
• Familiarity with safety case requirements and nuclear-specific regulations
• Experience with contractor management and CDM Regulations

Additional Information

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK
• Security clearance may be required due to the nature of the role
• Hybrid working with regular site presence in Whitehaven expected

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