About this role
We are seeking a detail-oriented HSSE Specialist to join our team at Osbit. Under the supervision of the HSSEQ Director, you will be responsible for implementing and monitoring site-specific HSSE operations and tasks. You will be a primary contact for employees concerning safety-related matters and will be responsible for the application of the Osbit HSSE programmes. You will be a key driver in advancing Osbit’s HSSE Programme.
Your responsibilities
- Maintenance and improvement of the HSSE (Q) Management systems, ensuring it complies with ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 14001:2015 and supporting with ISO 9001:2015.
- Ensuring that company strategies, policies and management system requirements for conventional health & safety are communicated and understood.
- Provide HSSE functional support to the business and projects.
- Maintaining and promoting high standards in Environment, Safety, Health and Security.
- Leading the development and execution of project HSSE deliverables and associated documentation.
- Carry out risk assessments, develop safe systems of work and promote safe practices at site.
- Monitor and assess hazardous work and carry out interventions as required.
- Conduct Site Safety inspections, inspect premises and the work environments to ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work and Osbit HSSE processes.
- Carry out internal and external audits & organise and manage 3rd party audits from certification bodies.
- Carry out investigation of incidents.
- Promoting learning and improvement through operational briefings, toolbox talks and presentations.
- Provide HSSE support to UK & International projects (travel required) internally and customer facing.
- Deliver internal training & inductions.
- Manage HSSE databases and compliance registers and carry out trend analysis.
- Support health and wellbeing surveillance and initiatives.
About you
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate complex HSE risks.
- Flexible and adaptable within dynamic, high-pressure environments across offshore, wind, oil & gas, and construction sectors.
- A solid team player with a holistic view, fostering collaboration between technical, operational, and safety teams.
- Willingness to learn and embrace new challenges, with cross-disciplinary training in safety, quality, and environmental systems.
- Strong ownership mindset, self-driven, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Willingness to travel to offshore sites, manufacturing facilities, and customer locations as required.
Your experience
- Qualified and certified with NEBOSH/IOSH credentials, preferably to diploma level. Internal auditor certifications (ISO 9001/14001/45001), and relevant safety training.
- Proven experience in HSE roles, with a minimum of 3 years ideally across wind, oil & gas, manufacturing, or construction industries.
- Strong technical knowledge of HSE legislation, risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation processes, and management systems.
- Demonstrated ability to structure and implement safety programs, audits, and compliance initiatives in fast-paced environments.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, fluent in English, with the ability to engage stakeholders, regulators, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
- Fully software literate, proficient in Microsoft Office and digital systems, ensuring efficient reporting, documentation, and analysis.
Further information
- Successful applicants be based at our Riding Mill headquarters, in North East England, working on site as required, along with regular visits to our Shed at Port of Blyth.
- Working abroad may be required at times to visit customers, suppliers, etc.
What we offer
It's really important to us that Osbit is a fun and supportive place to be. This is why we offer a range of benefits. In the UK, these include:
- Lunch and refreshments provided daily at main sites.
- Company pension scheme.
- Vitality healthcare scheme.
- Additional holiday purchase scheme.
- Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle rental schemes.
- Access to a Myers Briggs practitioner & counsellor, and tailored coaching.
- Annual summer party celebration and Christmas walk, lunch, and festivities.
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