Health & Safety Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is seeking a Health & Safety Manager in Birmingham to ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards. This role involves leading a team, developing HSE policies, and managing training records. The ideal candidate will have previous construction project experience and a diploma in HSE management. Offering a hybrid working model with project site travel, this position is integral to the organization’s commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in the energy sector.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Collaboration on innovative projects

Qualifications

• HSE professional with construction project experience.
• Conversant with relevant ISO & OHSAS standards.
• Qualified and experienced in management of quality/business management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HSE policies & processes.
• Manage a team of HSE professionals.
• Define and maintain training & competency records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

ISO & OHSAS standards proficiency

High voltage experience

Education

Diploma in HSE Management

Chartered member of IOSH

Job description

.Health & Safety Manager page is loaded## Health & Safety Managerlocations: Remote - England, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: January 11, 2026 (21 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0110121**Location:**Remote - England, United Kingdom**Job ID:**R0110121**Date Posted:**2025-12-19**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Legal, Compliance & Audit**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**Yes**Job Description:****The opportunity** Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity as a **Health & Safety Manager reporting to the Uk Operating Unit Manager.** You will be a senior member of the Management Team where the HSE Managers role will focus on the strategic objectives of the Hitachi Energy UK Grids & Power Quality Solutions & Service (GPQSS) business, ensuring that the highest standards of health, safety quality and environmental performance are achieved, monitored & maintained while driving continuous improvement in all areas of Hitachi Energy activities. You will collaborate with all parts of Hitachi Energy including the European organization, other business unit work streams and UK Leadership teams.**Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship on this position (including post graduate visa).****The role is hybrid and will be a Birmingham City Centre as a local base with a requirement to travel to Project Sites and Client Offices in the UK & Europe depending on specific requirements.****How you’ll make an impact*** Lead the development of Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS HSE policies & processes consistent with Legislation, Hitachi Energy UK, GPQSS Group and ESI / Construction Industry best practice.* Management of a team of HSE professionals providing support to the Grid Integration business* Define, document, maintain and continuously improve the Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS Integrated Business Management System(s)* Provide cost effective specialist HSE support and advice to tendering and project delivery teams throughout the project life cycle* Define and maintain the training & competency records for Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS staff.* Manage internal service for audit of projects and departmental processes to monitor performance & identify areas for improvement.* Lead on the development of HSE performance improvement strategies and campaigns linked to key business objectives & targets for implementation internally & through supply chain partners.* Produce monthly HSE KPIs and management information for review and action by GPQSS management team.* Conduct annual performance review process for each report, ensuring that the performance of the team is managed effectively, and development needs are identified and satisfied appropriately.* Will represent Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS in Tender support and project activities with external Clients* Represent Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS in non-project specific Client activities where required.* Will Represent Hitachi Energy UK GPQSS in support of BUs engaging in activities in the UK promoting the “One Hitachi” principle.**Your background*** HSE professional with construction project experience.* Qualified to Diploma level in HSE Management.* Organizational & communication skills.* Conversant with relevant ISO & OHSAS standards.* Suitably qualified and experienced in the operation & management of quality and business management systems.* Chartered member of IOSH.* Computer literate & proficient IT skills.* High voltage experience, desirable.* Experience in Line Management and development of staff.*At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion* *drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.*## Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.