Process Safety Advisor Job Opportunity
SSE Thermal has an exciting opportunity for a Process Safety Advisor to take a leading role in managing the safety, health, and environmental compliance across our generating stations.
This position will be pivotal in ensuring the safe operation of both active and under-construction facilities, while supporting regulatory obligations and internal standards.
About the Role
You will lead compliance with all health and safety legislative requirements across multiple power generation sites.
Manage and implement SSE's SHE Management System (15 elements), ensuring consistent application and improvement.
Oversee and report on statutory compliance, liaising with regulatory bodies such as the HSA and supporting COMAH/SEVESO requirements.
Conduct and lead audits, risk assessments, and safety investigations, ensuring robust follow-up and documentation.
Support the Environmental Co-ordinator and contribute to emergency response planning, contractor compliance, training needs, and safety performance reporting.
Requirements
* Degree-level qualification (Level 8 or equivalent) in Health & Safety Management or a related discipline or equivalent experience
* Experience in a senior Health & Safety role, preferably in industrial or high-risk sectors. Understanding of power generation operations and maintenance is an advantage but not essential
* Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation, with auditing qualifications (internal and external) preferred
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex safety standards to diverse teams
* Methodical and analytical mindset with strong organisational, planning, and IT skills
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family including 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.
About Us
We are 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.