Senior HSW Advisor - Sizewell C - Suffolk Site based in Leiston

Senior HSW Advisor - Sizewell C - Suffolk Site based

Senior HSW Advisor - Sizewell C - Suffolk Site based Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.This role will be within theCWA Wide Section.

What will you do?

To provide competent Health, Safety and Wellbeing support to the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), ensuring compliance with company, client and statutory requirements.

• Support the HSW manager and team in providing professional advice relating to HSW
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, procedures and contract requirements at all times.
• Provide HSW Support to the delivery teams in the production and review of project documentation.
• Attend and support prestart planning meetings where required.
• Undertake HSW safety engagement tours and formal inspections in line with project requirements.
• Attend client meetings and working groups on behalf of the CWA as and when required.
• Maintain professional competence through effective CPD
• Identify opportunities to change the way activities are undertaken to improve H&S performance.
• Analyse data for trends and produce reports and recommendations as required.
• Support the delivery team to investigate HSW adverse events and trends.
• Produce and support HSW briefings and information campaigns.
• Deliver training and advisory sessions to personnel and contractors as required.
• Champion behavioural safety and the building of a positive safety culture
• Promote the use of new technology and business systems across the project.

Be able to plan and monitor performance on SMART Objectives

What are we looking for?

• NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent L6 qualification (or working toward)
• Driving Licence
• CertIOSH
• CSCS card
• Site Environmental Awareness Training (SEATS) or similar
• 3 day First Aid At Work (or above)
• Fire marshal
• PTTLS or equivalent training qualification
• Triple Bar Nuclear New Build

Experience & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of UK H&S Regulatory Framework.
• Experience of managing health, safety and wellbeing on complex construction and civils projects.
• Ability to engage and converse at all levels.
• Competence in incident & accident investigation.
• Use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Ability to influence others and promote a positive safety culture.
• Ability to produce formal reports and documents.
• Understanding of the principles behind behaviour management.
• Use of Microsoft Vision, PowerApps and PowerBi
• Mentoring and coaching skills
• Experience in one or more of the following
  • Nuclear Sector
  • Tunneling activities
  • Heavy Plant operations
  • Lifting operations
  • Coastal/Marine works
  • Temporary works
  • Excavations

What we will offer you?

• market leading salaries
• generous annual leave entitlements
• pension scheme
• other flexible benefits

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.

By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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