Senior HSE Leader for Waste-to-Energy Plant

Enfinium Community Fund; Connah's Quay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy-from-waste operator in the UK is seeking a Health & Safety leader to shape safety culture at its Parc Adfer facility. This role involves driving compliance, managing contractors, and leading risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background, relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, and experience in power generation. The position offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive benefits package, contributing to a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Vitality Private Medical care

Private Dental Care

Life Assurance

Company pension with a 6% company contribution

Perkbox discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Uniform provided

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• A track record of positively shaping thinking and behaviour.
• Take accountability and drive actions through to completion.
• Conversant with CDM, Permit-to-Work and Safe Systems of Work.
• Experience managing large contractor populations.
• Background in engineering or hands-on experience in power generation.
• Practical experience with ISO 45001/18001 auditing.
• Clear, pragmatic communicator.

Responsibilities

• Drive positive behavioural change across the plant.
• Provide independent governance of site SHEQ matters.
• Partner with managers to build understanding of SHEQ practice.
• Plan and oversee activities for 50+ contractors.
• Champion CDM regulations and maintain documentation.
• Own internal audits and support certification to ISO standards.
• Lead risk assessments and identify trends.

Skills

Influential leadership

Ownership mindset

Technical competence

Contractor control

Communication

Education

NEBOSH (or equivalent)

Tools

ISO 45001

Permit-to-Work

CDM regulations

Job description

A leading energy-from-waste operator in the UK is seeking a Health & Safety leader to shape safety culture at its Parc Adfer facility. This role involves driving compliance, managing contractors, and leading risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background, relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, and experience in power generation. The position offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive benefits package, contributing to a sustainable energy future.