HSE Advisor - EV in Coventry

HSE Advisor
Flexible UK wide travel
Up to £40,000

CLOSING DATE 5th August 2025

Who we are:

Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

At Drax we Prioritise Safety We all deliver our One Safe Drax vision by caring for ourselves, our asserts, our environment and our communities.

About the role:

As part of the HSE Team, the HSE Advisor will;

– Drive Health, Safety and Environmental improvements specifically within our EV department.
– Be a champion for our OneSafeDrax vision and work to monitor HSE performance and implement risk & compliance controls across our EV sites
– Support the delivery of innovative HSE programmes and improvements to achieve compliance and manage risk on our construction projects across the UK.
– Be pragmatic in your approach and develop practical and logical solutions that will embed effectively.

Who were looking for:

To be successful in this role youll ideally have

– A HSE qualification i.e. NEBOSH certificate or equivalent
– A good understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
– A willingness to travel is a must
– A well-organised and agile approach, able to adapt to the changing needs of a newly integrated and growing business
– Strong communication skills, and able to advise all levels of the business effectively.

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support
your lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get:

– A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
– Company car
– Private Healthcare
– SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
– Personal accident cover
– Group personal pension plan where well pay up to 10%
– Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
– Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

Were committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

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How to apply:

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Please note this role will require regular travel across the UK to EV construction sites and other Drax locations.

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.