EHS Specialist

Envision Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm seeks an experienced EHS Specialist for Battery Energy Storage Systems projects across the UK. This role focuses on ensuring health and safety compliance, particularly in low and high-voltage environments. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH Diploma and have experience in the energy or construction sectors, particularly with a focus on safety audits and risk assessments. The role requires travel to project sites approximately two days per week.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations.
• Experience in energy or construction sectors, especially renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols in LV and HV environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain health and safety plans.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action planning.
• Deliver safety inductions and ongoing training.

Skills

Safety strategy design

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Job description

EHS Specialist – Battery Energy Storage Systems

Location: Lancashire preferable – travel to Middlesborough, Lancashire, Stoke, Bristol and other areas.

Employment Type: Initial 12‑month fixed‑term contract, with strong potential to become permanent depending on performance and business needs.

About Envision

Envision Energy is the only 100% fully integrated OEM for utility‑scale energy storage systems. We manufacture our own cells (AESC), DC storage systems, bi‑directional inverters (PCS), transformers, PPC, EMS, and SCADA, then connect these components seamlessly to construct power plants fueled by batteries, displacing traditional coal and gas generators. This shift enables sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and experienced EHS Specialist to support our expanding portfolio of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the UK. You will play a critical role in ensuring health and safety compliance, with a particular focus on electrical safety in low‑voltage (LV) and high‑voltage (HV) environments. This is an exciting opportunity to directly contribute to the UK’s renewable energy transition by fostering a strong culture of safety and compliance across multiple project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations, especially in energy and construction sectors.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments on active BESS projects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain BESS‑specific health and safety plans.
• Lead and support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training to employees and contractors.
• Promote best practices in electrical safety, with emphasis on LV and HV systems.
• Maintain and update safety records including RAMS, audit reports, incident logs, and training records.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to enforce and improve safety performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification) – Essential.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and applicable codes of practice.
• Background in the energy or construction sectors – experience in renewable energy or BESS projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols in LV and HV environments – Highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to design and implement practical safety strategies and controls.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident delivering inductions, safety briefings, and training sessions.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to high standards of safety and documentation.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with contractors and multi‑disciplinary teams.

Travel Requirements

• Travel to project sites across the UK approximately 2 days per week.