Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites which includes but not limited to Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Dublin
Salary: £58,100-£87,100/ €76,100- €114,100 + 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
The Onshore Wind, Solar & Battery (OWSB) Development & Construction Health & Safety Manager (UK & Ireland) is a leadership role within the SSER OWSB Health & Safety Team.
You will play a key role in shaping and driving a positive, proactive safety culture across our Development & Construction activities, leading a team of health and safety professionals and working closely with senior leaders to ensure the highest standards of safety, health and environmental performance.
This role is central to protecting our people, contractors, assets and the environment, while supporting the successful delivery of complex renewable energy projects across the UK and Ireland.
You will
- Provide visible safety leadership to the OWSB Development & Construction business, supporting senior management to embed SHE policies, standards and best practice.
- Drive continuous improvement in health and safety performance through effective risk management, investigations and learning across projects.
- Ensure robust H&S due diligence, assessments and audits are completed for businesses, partners and contractors.
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Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of health and safety professionals, maximising capability and performance.
- Partner with the business to deliver behavioural safety initiatives aligned with the Safety Family Programme, ensuring clear and consistent implementation.
You have
- A recognised professional qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related safety discipline.
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Professional membership of IOSH (or equivalent), or a commitment to working towards this.
- Experience in renewables, energy, large-construction or similar high-hazard environment, with strong transferable skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- The ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment with competing priorities.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
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 Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com 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.

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