Health and Safety Manager
Company Description
⚡️ 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.
Job Description
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 systemSite 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
Additional Information
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 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!
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We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of 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