Project HSE Manager in Colchester

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for individuals in search of a rewarding career. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and to shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment. At AtkinsRéalis, we are proud to say that the great work we do is thanks to our people’s diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. When you join us, you’ll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone’s voice is valued and treated equally. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable world by empowering our people and clients to achieve excellence in every project. We foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring our teams have the support and resources needed to thrive.

The project area is covering Rail projects, including level crossings in Anglia, Colchester to Norwich, East Suffolk Line, Sizewell Branch Line.

Your Role

• Promptly inform line management of any safety, sustainability, or wellbeing concerns.
• Support the integration of Safety, Wellbeing, and Environment & Sustainability Plans into projects and the supply chain.
• Maintain regular site visibility to identify good practices and areas for improvement, reporting findings to HSE and Project Management teams.
• Provide assurance that legislation, standards, KPIs, dashboards, and plans are being monitored and embedded in projects.
• Represent AtkinsRéalis at project/construction HSE meetings with clients, contractors, and sub-contractors to identify risks and arrange safety controls.
• Monitor Power BI Dashboard Reports to ensure performance targets are met and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Ensure project teams and contractors comply with CDM regulations, HSE legislation, and client standards.
• Implement and maintain site-specific project inductions and HSE plans.
• Investigate and report injuries, incidents, and close calls in line with client and Atkins standards.
• Plan and conduct internal and external inspections and audits for compliance, including RISQS and Principal Contractors Licence.
• Demonstrate knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001.
• Support the development and review of HSE management systems and SharePoint sites.
• Train staff and employees on procedures and improvement techniques.
• Coordinate management systems and provide advice, support, and guidance to the Project Management team.
• Inspire personal responsibility for safety and deliver safety leadership and initiatives.
• Advise on safe and environmentally sound work methods and systems.
• Arrange safety induction training for all new starters.
• Act immediately on any breach of rules, unsafe situations, or environmental threats.
• Support other HSE team members during absences.

About you

• NEBOSH Diploma (mandatory); NEBOSH Certificate (construction desirable).
• Chartered IOSH membership (desirable).
• Strong communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001.
• Experience in investigations, management systems, and the railway/construction industry.
• Environmental qualification (IEMA desirable).
• Awareness of behavioural safety programmes (desirable).
• Capable of identifying HSE improvement opportunities.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.