Health, Safety and Environmental Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Engineer to oversee site-based HSE performance across our UK utility-scale renewable portfolio. As an HSE Engineer at Fuse Energy, you will play a critical role in ensuring that all activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with legal, regulatory, and internal standards.

Responsibilities

HSE Strategy

• Develop and implement HSE management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture across all sites, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide leadership and guidance to site teams, project managers, and contractors on HSE matters.
• Ensure alignment with UK legislation, industry standards, and company requirements.

Health & Safety Management

• Oversee all site safety performance across construction and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, HSE requirements, and project safety standards.
• Conduct and lead site audits, inspections, and safety reviews.
• Review and approve RAMS, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop and monitor safety KPIs across the portfolio.

Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Monitor environmental risks across construction and operational sites.
• Support implementation of environmental management plans across projects.
• Promote sustainability and environmental best practices within project delivery.
• Ensure reporting and mitigation of environmental incidents.

Site & Contractor Oversight

• Provide HSE oversight across EPC contractors, subcontractors, and site teams.
• Ensure contractors meet required safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Support mobilisation and onboarding of contractors with QHSE requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits, audits, and performance reviews.
• Act as escalation point for serious safety or compliance issues.

Reporting, Governance & Compliance

• Produce regular HSE reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, audits, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Support internal and external audits, including regulatory and lender requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and industry best practices where applicable.
• Support ESG reporting and compliance requirements across the portfolio.

Continuous Improvement & Training

• Identify opportunities to improve HSE performance and reduce risk.
• Develop and deliver safety training, inductions, and awareness programmes.
• Share lessons learned across projects to improve future delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in HSE systems, processes, and culture.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in HSE roles within construction, energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong experience in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, wind, or large infrastructure projects.
• NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) essential.
• Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Experience managing HSE across multiple construction sites or projects.
• Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) advantageous.
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, and risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of EPC environments and contractor management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and eligibility for equity.
• Biannual bonus scheme.
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs.
• Private health insurance.
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees.