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Role
Description
edi promotion
incident investigation
safety culture
risk assurance
h&s advisory
compliance oversight
Actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies, and procedures on EDI.
To be responsible for supporting the investigation of Health, Safety and Security incidents within delivery areas.
To be accountable for role modelling and embedding ‘Safe at Heart’ culture and ways of working throughout delivery.
To be responsible for supporting risk-based Health, Safety and Security operational assurance within the development and delivery areas.
To be accountable for facilitating the provision of Health, Safety and Security services and advice to support development & delivery teams.
To be accountable for overseeing and ensuring compliance to centrally defined processes and policies in accordance with relevant SME requirements including - Occupational Health, Safety and Security.
Requirements
health & safety
chartered
microsoft office
problem solving
analysis
leadership
Analysis Skills - can identify hidden problems utilising honest analysis and probing techniques.
Experience of leading complex and challenging investigations.
A professional qualification in Health and Safety or able to demonstrate the equivalent experience of a Chartered Member.
Ability to write technical reports including assurance and investigation reports and interface with staff across all levels of the project.
Experience of delivering assurance across a major programme, or a complex organisation, with multiple stakeholders
IT proficiency (e.g. Microsoft Office).
Planning and organising – Able to prioritise and manage own workload.
Problem solving - uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all relevant sources for answers.
Broad knowledge of a range of assurance activities, tools, techniques, and their application.
Ability to lead and work as part of a team.
Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary Quality or Health & Safety team.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
no visa sponsorship is offered; applicants must already have the right to work in the uk
certain time‑bound visas are not accepted
Security clearance
offers are subject to pre‑employment checks
checks include nationality & immigration status, employment references, dbs, financial and education checks
Company
Overview
Transforming the UK’s rail network with the vision of connecting cities through high-speed rail.
Aiming to increase capacity, improve connectivity, and stimulate economic growth across the country.
Construction is underway for the first phase, connecting London to the West Midlands, with additional phases planned to reach further northern cities.
Focusing on advanced infrastructure and cutting-edge technology to deliver a future-proof transportation system.
Expected to provide significant job opportunities and create thousands of skilled roles in construction and engineering.
High-speed rail line will reduce travel times, making travel between major cities faster, greener, and more reliable.
Ambition is to deliver a world-class rail experience while supporting sustainability with energy-efficient technologies.
Represents one of Europe’s largest and most significant infrastructure projects, pushing the boundaries of engineering and design.
Culture + Values
Ensuring value for money: manage corporate costs efficiently, bear down on programme costs while protecting strategic goals
Respecting communities: be good neighbours; community engagement drives thinking, actions and decisions
Championing teamwork and collaboration: promote a ‘one team’ approach with positive relationships between HS2, suppliers and government
Creating a positive legacy for Britain: bring country closer together, boost economy, and improve lives of this and future generations
Integrity: act fairly, transparently and consistently; use powers wisely and do the right thing even in difficult circumstances
Leadership: use innovation and challenge to lead by example; set new standards for mega‑projects
Respect: understand others, recognise their value, listen, explain decisions clearly, work flexibly
Safety: make safety first consideration; care for workforce, passengers and public, speak up if something is unsafe
Environment + Sustainability
2700 Tonnes CO2
Steel Reduction Savings
Reducing steel usage saved over 2,700 tonnes of CO2 and £7 million in costs.
87000 tCO2
Curzon Street Carbon Reduction
A 55% reduction in carbon emissions achieved at Birmingham Curzon Street station design.
7M Trees
Green Corridor Planting
Planting 7 million trees and shrubs to enhance biodiversity alongside the railway.
10M Tonnes
Aggregate Transported
Transporting 10 million tonnes via 15,000 trains, reducing lorry journeys and emissions.
Target to be a net-zero carbon railway by 2035
All trains powered by 100% zero-carbon energy
Corporate net-zero for business activities from 2025
All trains powered by 100% zero-carbon energy from day one of operation
PAS 2080 accreditation for whole-life carbon management
50% reduction in carbon emissions from steel and concrete by 2030
Use of electric zero-emission machinery and solar & hydrogen welfare cabins
Curzon Street station uses solar panels and ground-source heat pumps
Inclusion & Diversity
90% Response Rate
Diverse employee engagement surveys
Bi-annual staff surveys achieved a notable 90% response rate from diverse groups, compared to an overall 84%. Results indicated increased feelings of respect and well-being among participants.
56 Nationalities
Multicultural workforce representation
The company employs individuals from 56 different nationalities, creating a vibrant and inclusive multicultural environment across global projects.
Respect Campaign led ‘Banter in the Office’ toolbox talks to clarify acceptable vs inappropriate language, delivered to over 2,000 colleagues
Reverse mentoring programme launched Sep 2022: senior leaders mentored by junior employees from under‑represented groups to inform strategy and reduce bias
Reverse mentoring feedback: "valuable outlet… share experiences as minorities" leading to real changes in company strategy, targeting undesirable behaviours