HSE Site Supervisor

Metlen Energy and Metals is seeking an HSE Site Supervisor to support our M Renewables Division across the United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to coordinate Health, Safety, and Environmental activities on Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and promoting a proactive safety culture across construction sites.

Working under the direction of the HSE Manager and HSE Country Manager, you will lead day-to-day site HSE activities, support and coordinate HSE Site Advisors, monitor compliance, and ensure that all works are planned and executed safely in accordance with company standards, client requirements, and project objectives.

Your role will encompass

• Coordinate the implementation of the Construction Phase Plan, Integrated Management System (IMS), and project-specific HSE requirements.

• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM 2015, company procedures, and client requirements.

• Review Pre-Construction Information (PCI) and monitor the implementation of relevant HSE requirements.

• Prepare and maintain risk assessments, environmental risk assessments, and HSE documentation.

• Review subcontractor RAMS and verify that appropriate control measures and Safe Systems of Work are implemented.

• Coordinate HSE Site Advisors and prioritise site inspections, audits, behavioural safety observations, and compliance reviews.

• Lead or support accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions completed.

• Monitor the implementation of site environmental and waste management plans, including pollution prevention measures.

• Monitor site emergency plans, traffic management, welfare arrangements, and fire safety procedures.

• Verify that HSE signage, emergency equipment, welfare facilities, and statutory documentation remain compliant.

• Coordinate site inductions, toolbox talks, and HSE briefings to promote a positive safety culture.

• Coordinate HSE activities with project teams, subcontractors, clients, DNOs, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Participate in project coordination meetings, providing HSE guidance and escalating significant risks to HSE management.

• Prepare HSE reports, inspection records, compliance documentation, and updates on corrective actions.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and coach site teams to enhance HSE performance.

What you bring to the role

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (mandatory).

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a Health & Safety role within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, EPC, or renewable energy projects.

• Previous experience on Solar PV, BESS, substations, or other energy infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

• Thorough understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM 2015.

• Experience coordinating subcontractor HSE performance on live construction sites.

• Strong knowledge of Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), Safe Systems of Work, and Permit-to-Work systems.

• Experience conducting HSE inspections, audits, compliance monitoring, and incident investigations.

• Competent First Aider (3-Day First Aid at Work with Defibrillator).

• NEBOSH Environmental and/or Fire Certificate (desirable).

• ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 Internal or Lead Auditor qualification (desirable).

• Risk Assessment qualification (desirable).

• Excellent communication, coordination, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the UK.

Share the Same Value Based Behaviours

• People & Personal Growth

• Results Orientation & Safety Excellence

• Collaboration & Trust

• Empathy & Effective Communication

• Flexibility & Adaptability

At METLEN, we combine industrial expertise with a global outlook to help shape a more sustainable future. As a FTSE 100 company listed in London, we operate across the Energy and Metals sectors, with activities spanning five continents and more than 40 countries. In 2025, we recorded consolidated revenue of €7.107 billion and EBITDA of €753 million, supported by a workforce of over 9,000 dedicated individuals.
From integrated energy solutions and renewable technologies to green metallurgy, critical metals and advanced manufacturing, our work addresses some of the most significant challenges facing industry today. Our people make this possible through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. At METLEN, you can contribute to projects with global reach while developing your skills and helping create lasting value.

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