Job Description

If youd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
HSE Manager
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
Package: 344,110 - 360,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role
AWE is recruiting for a HSE Manager to work alongside designers, project managers and operators during the early stages of the facility lifecycle/rekit e.g. requirements capture, design and then during transition from construction to operations to ensure the outcome meets all HSE legal requirements and reduces risks to the end user.
Successful candidates are likely to have experience of facility design and transition to operational facilities. Please note these roles are not primarily construction (CDM) HSE positions.
Some reasons we think youll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• 9-day working fortnight meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

Successful Candidates will be responsible for:

• Influencing design of new build and facility rekits to ensure all operating hazards are identified and risks control measures are incorporated such that the end facility is ALARP.
• Representing the end user to ensure installed equipment and processes are compliant with all HSE legislation.
• Ensuring all appropriate licences and permits associated with the operation of the facility are in place prior to handover.
• Ensuring all HSE justifications, documentation and arrangements are in place prior to handover to demonstrate compliance with all HSE legislation.
• Will be required to gain a firm understanding of AWEs Management System to help manage implementation into new/changed workplaces.
• Will be required to gain a good understanding of operational risks to ensure the risks are considered and addressed at all phases of the project.
• Must have great interpersonal skills to work constructively with many different internal and external stakeholders.
• May be required to lead hazard identification and risk mitigation workshops (e.g. HAZOPs).

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, wed like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Degree in a science or engineering based subject or vocational qualification (HND or equivalent)
• Good understanding of all HSE disciplines e.g. Process Safety, Environment, Safety Cases, etc.
• Understanding of current HSE management system standards.
• Understanding of current HSE legislation, standards and guidance (including Licence conditions) relevant to the role.
• Understanding of the facility lifecycle and the opportunities to reduce risks during these activities.
• Understanding of configuration and change management techniques.

Important things you need to know:

• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

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Next steps:
Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people dont always xe2x80x98tick every box. Thats why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you dont meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, wed love to receive your application.
Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.