Do you want to work for a business who genuinely values and empowers its employees?

Do you want to work for a business that is committed to your development, progression and well-being?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Health & Safety Manager at Sizewell C.

The Health & Safety Manager leads health and safety across the Wilson James Sizewell C Lead Logistics Partner programme. Reporting directly to the Head of Programme Delivery within the Assurance function, the role provides competent advice, independent assurance and practical operational support across warehousing, transport, on-site logistics and final mile delivery. The post holder works with Wilson James teams, delivery partners and Sizewell C stakeholders to ensure risks are understood, controls are effective and health and safety is embedded in planning, mobilisation and live operations.

What we can offer you:

• Salary starting from £60,000 (depending on experience).
• 8.65% bonus.
• Travel and lodge allowance.
• Working Monday - Friday
• Annual leave of 25 days per year plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution.
• Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service.
• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

What do we need from you:

• Significant senior H&S experience within major infrastructure, construction, logistics or a comparable operational environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of warehouse, transport, workplace traffic, materials handling and on-site logistics risks.
• Experience working across multi-contractor or partner-led operations with complex interfaces.
• Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation, risk management and CDM 2015.
• Proven experience delivering risk-based audits, inspections and assurance and closing actions.
• Strong incident investigation capability, including root cause analysis and lessons learned.
• Experience influencing senior leaders, operational managers, contractors and client stakeholders through constructive professional challenge.
• Ability to analyse H&S performance information, identify emerging trends and present concise, evidence-based management reporting.
• Experience supporting mobilisation, operational readiness and significant change within a complex programme or live operation.
• Pragmatic and solutions focused, with the judgement to balance operational delivery with independent professional assurance.
• NEBOSH Diploma, Level 6 NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety Practice, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and the ability to translate requirements into practical operational controls.
• A recognised incident investigation qualification or demonstrable equivalent competence in leading formal investigations.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel between programme locations as required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all working and management levels.
• CITB HS&E Managers and Professionals certificate (MAPS) – must be obtained before the start date.

Desirable

• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH), or actively progressing toward Chartered status.
• Degree or other higher-level qualification in occupational health and safety, risk management or a related discipline.
• A working knowledge of:
  • ISO 45001 management systems, auditing and assurance
  • Major infrastructure, construction logistics, warehouse and transport operations
  • Lifting operations, work equipment, workplace transport and contractor management
  • Emergency preparedness, occupational health and behavioural safety programmes

Site Specific Information

• The role requires regular presence at B430 - Sizewell C, Orwell Logistics Park and associated LLP locations.
• You must be able to travel between project locations as required to support programme delivery.
• You must be able to provide a 3-year work/ unemployment/ education history required for vetting process in line with SZC protocols.
• You must be able to obtain the SZC pass.

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability 

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges. If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditions.