Health and Safety Manager at Assystem in United Kingdom

companyDescription ⚡️💡 About Assystem Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. jobDescription 🚀 The Job Mission Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional looking to play a key role in one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects? We’re looking for a Health & Safety Compliance Manager to lead and champion safety across Digital IT contractors supporting the Sizewell C (SZC) programme. This is a unique opportunity to influence safety culture in a complex, high-profile environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the safe delivery of a nationally important project. Role Purpose As Health & Safety Compliance Manager, you will be the go-to expert for all health, safety, and environmental matters across Digital IT contractor activities. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance, minimise risk, and continuously improve safety performance. You’ll have real influence—shaping policies, guiding leadership, and ensuring contractors operate to the highest standards. Key Objectives Ensure all Digital IT contractors comply with SZC policies and statutory requirements Develop and maintain robust risk assessments and contractor risk registers Lead audits, inspections, and incident investigations Monitor contractor performance and support continuous improvement initiatives Support the IT Lead in meeting their legal health & safety responsibilities Deliver guidance, training, and support to contractors and internal teams Collaborate with SZC Health & Safety teams and key stakeholders across the project Understand and become proficient on internal digital systems Reviewing and auditing contractor RAMS on a digital system Site Based Responsibilities Attend site a minimum of three days per week to provide direct Health and Safety support Participate in stakeholder meetings, contractor reviews and Health and Safety activities to understand delivery needs and challenges Represent the Health and Safety function in contract reviews and monthly compliance meetings qualifications About You You’re a proactive and confident Health & Safety professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You’re comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels and have a sharp eye for identifying and mitigating risk. You bring: A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset Strong attention to detail The ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team A genuine commitment to creating safer working environments 🛠 Essential Skills NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent experience) Strong experience in health & safety compliance and management Proven ability to conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively Skills in understanding and interpreting RAMS in a digital infrastructure environment Good knowledge and understanding of general CDM regulations, especially in respect of health and safety compliance. ✔️ Desired Skills Experience within construction, infrastructure, and digital/IT environments Knowledge of working with contractors in complex project settings Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management or a Related Field additionalInformation 🌟 Why Apply? Join Assystem and be part of the energy transition, working on one of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. You’ll gain valuable experience, collaborate with international teams, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy engineering. Benefits include: 🏡 Hybrid Working Opportunity 🕒 Flexible working hours 🛡️ Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution) 🏖️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days 💼 Professional fees reimbursed 💰 Employee referral scheme 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it 🏥 Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover 💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help 🌟 Join us to shape the future of energy engineering with a global leader in nuclear projects. Apply now and become a part of our innovative team! We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future! NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.