Health, Safety and Environmental Engineer

Company & Entity: Fuse Energy

Role: Health, Safety and Environmental Engineer

Location: UK based

 

About Us:

Fuse is an AI-first energy company on a mission to make energy abundant and affordable, fast. We combine first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system.

 

We've raised over $200M from top-tier investors including Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, 20VC, Hummingbird and Collaborative Fund, alongside strategic angels including Nico Rosberg and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify and Uber.

 

We're building a fully integrated energy company: developing our own solar, batteries and other generation projects, building our own hardware, improving and developing grid infrastructure, trading power in real time, and installing distributed energy in homes. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass the savings on to our customers.

 

Purpose:

The HSE Engineer is responsible for site-based Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance across the UK utility-scale renewable portfolio, supporting projects from development through construction, commissioning, and early operations.

 

The role ensures that all activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with legal, regulatory, and internal standards. Acting as the HSE engineer for the business, the role drives a strong safety culture, ensures robust compliance frameworks, and supports continuous improvement across construction and operational sites.

 

This position reports to the Head of Projects.

HSE Strategy

• Develop and implement HSE management systems, policies, and procedures
• Drive a strong safety-first culture across all sites, contractors, and internal teams
• Provide leadership and guidance to site teams, project managers, and contractors on HSE matters
• Ensure alignment with UK legislation, industry standards, and company requirements

Health & Safety Management

• Oversee all site safety performance across construction and commissioning activities
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, HSE requirements, and project safety standards
• Conduct and lead site audits, inspections, and safety reviews
• Review and approve RAMS, method statements, and risk assessments
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Develop and monitor safety KPIs across the portfolio

Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements
• Monitor environmental risks across construction and operational sites
• Support implementation of environmental management plans across projects
• Promote sustainability and environmental best practices within project delivery
• Ensure reporting and mitigation of environmental incidents

Site & Contractor Oversight

• Provide HSE oversight across EPC contractors, subcontractors, and site teams
• Ensure contractors meet required safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Support mobilisation and onboarding of contractors with QHSE requirements
• Conduct regular site visits, audits, and performance reviews
• Act as escalation point for serious safety or compliance issues

Reporting, Governance & Compliance

• Produce regular HSE reports for senior management and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, audits, inspections, and compliance activities
• Support internal and external audits, including regulatory and lender requirements
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and industry best practices where applicable
• Support ESG reporting and compliance requirements across the portfolio

Continuous Improvement & Training

• Identify opportunities to improve HSE performance and reduce risk
• Develop and deliver safety training, inductions, and awareness programmes
• Share lessons learned across projects to improve future delivery
• Drive continuous improvement in HSE systems, processes, and culture

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• 3–7 years of experience in HSE roles within construction, energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
• Strong experience in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, wind, or large infrastructure projects
• NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) essential
• Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation and CDM Regulations
• Experience managing HSE across multiple construction sites or projects
• Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) advantageous
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, and risk assessments
• Strong understanding of EPC environments and contractor management

• Competitive salary and eligibility for equity
• Biannual bonus scheme
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs
• Private health insurance
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees

As we hire globally, benefits may vary by location.

Disclaimer:

We are not welcoming any unsolicited CVs/Resumes from Recruitment Agencies. Any information sent through, anonymous or not, will be considered property of Fuse Energy.