HS Construction - Operations Engineer

The HS Construction-Operations Engineer will support the safe integration of construction activities within operational or safety-critical environments while ensuring compliance with HSE requirements and operational constraints.

Your role

• Support implementation of programme HSE management systems and operational safety procedures.

• Monitor contractor compliance with construction and operational safety requirements.

• Coordinate safe systems of work, permit-to-work controls, and operational interface activities.

• Participate in safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations.

• Review method statements, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.

• Support operational readiness and safe transition activities during testing and commissioning.

• Monitor compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory obligations.

• Prepare safety performance reports and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related discipline.

• Minimum 15 years experience in HSE and operational safety environments.

• Experience on rail, transportation, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

• Knowledge of operational railway safety practices preferred.

• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and environmental management systems.

• Strong communication and coordination capability.

• Safety certification preferred (NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent).

• Experience in live operational environments highly desirable.