Safety & CDM Advisor

sse.com; Perth, Aberdeen City, Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Safety & Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Advisor to support safety in design and preliminary construction works. The ideal candidate will have experience in project H&S aspects related to the electrical transmission industry and a qualification in H&S or a related discipline. This role offers a salary ranging from £50,100 to £75,100 along with benefits including performance-related bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans on tech

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the electrical transmission industry.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations in design and planning.
• Demonstrated risk assessment experience including ALARP.
• Familiarity with UK Regulatory and Business Environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide SHW & CDM advice to stakeholders in design/planning.
• Encourage risk assessment development and management.
• Ensure compliance with CDM and Safe Systems of Work procedures.
• Assist project teams in managing ongoing design work.
• Conduct assurance activities and improve workplace safety.

Skills

Project H&S aspects

Safety management system policies

Risk assessment techniques

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualification in H&S or related discipline

Job description

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + car / car allowance + performance‑related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.

The role

SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a Safety & Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Advisor to join the Safety, Health & Wellbeing (SHW) Team. Working primarily with projects in the design and planning phase you support safety in design and preliminary/advanced construction works, such as Site Survey, Ground Investigation, Public Road Improvement, Site Clearance, etc.

You will

• Provide proactive and pragmatic SHW & CDM advice to our varied stakeholders and projects, primarily in the design/planning/pre‑construction phase.
• Encourage the development and maintenance of Designer Risk Assessment with Design Risk Management processes being implemented and recorded.
• Assist those appointed to carry out the duties of Client, Principal Designer and Designer to comply with CDM and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) procedures. This will also include developing the Pre‑Construction Information and confirming it is provided to the Principal Contractor or Contractor as appropriate.
• Work with the project teams during the Pre‑Construction/Advanced Works phase to ensure appropriate strategies are in place to effectively manage the coordination of ongoing design work during construction.
• Complete a variety of assurance activities on and off site, ensure appropriate incident reporting and management and embody our vision to create a healthy, happy and safe workplace for our people by continuously striving to improve and focusing on positive outcomes.

You have

• Experience of project H&S aspects in the electrical transmission industry and CDM regulations preferably in the design and planning phase and with a qualification in H&S or related discipline.
• Experience working with safety management system policies and strategies within an asset‑intensive engineering environment.
• Detailed knowledge of qualitative and quantitative risk assessment techniques including demonstrable experience of the application of ALARP.
• Ability to determine the degree of statutory compliance and anticipate the potential impact of new legislation. Familiarity with the UK Regulatory and Business Environment.
• Strong internal and external stakeholder management skills to drive cross‑business collaboration.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be atop energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andy on [e-mail] / 01738 275370 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.