Industrial Safety Engineer

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With 7,500 Switchers bringing together engineering excellence, project delivery, and digital innovation, we’re shaping the future of energy. In the UK, we play a pivotal role in landmark nuclear projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and Small Modular Reactors—helping to deliver secure, low-carbon power for generations to come.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

When you join Assystem, you join one of the world’s top three nuclear engineering companies. Our people are united by a common mission and a passion for solving complex problems. Whether you’re building your expertise or bringing years of experience, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values your voice and supports your development.

🚀 The Job Mission

This is a hybrid role, but we can only consider candidates within commuting distance of Bridgwater—or those open to relocating, in which case a modest relocation allowance will be provided.

You'll support Commissioning and Operations (CommOps) activities on one of the UK’s most complex infrastructure programmes. Your future team will look to you for safety expertise across both site operations and office-based planning.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering practical health and safety advice across all CommOps work streams
• Supporting commissioning and construction safety from preparation through to execution
• Reviewing risk assessments and method statements for technical accuracy and clarity
• Driving a positive safety culture across project teams and contractors
• Monitoring compliance with UK health and safety regulations and internal policies
• Leading inspections and audits, and tracking follow-up actions
• Building collaborative relationships across delivery and contractor organisations
• Creating performance reports with trend insights and recommended mitigations
• Providing assurance and technical guidance during incident investigations
• Identifying hazards and recommending robust mitigations through existing safety frameworks

🛠 Essential Skills and Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (Level 3) or equivalent, with 2+ years post-qualification experience
• Strong understanding of UK health and safety requirements and legislation
• Experience with inspections, audits, and on-site safety reviews
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new tools quickly
• Capable of producing detailed, accurate, and high-impact safety reports
• Adaptable and collaborative in large, fast-paced project teams

✔️ Desired Skills

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification
• Background in both commissioning and construction environments
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and their practical application
• Experience with safety risks specific to nuclear construction and commissioning
• Knowledge of health and safety systems in large-scale project environments
• Understanding of hazard identification and mitigation in complex sites

🌟 Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a globally recognised nuclear engineering leader, working on one of the most high-profile energy projects in the UK. You’ll influence real-world safety outcomes and join a team that values your expertise.

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

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity 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.