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Job Location: Cornwall and/ or Scotland
HSE OFFICER UK - FIXED NETWORK
We are seeking a qualified and driven HSE Officer to oversee and ensure health, safety and environmental compliance within our fixed network operations. This includes overseeing fibre optic cable installations, street works, and infrastructure deployment across multiple UK sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HSE legislation and a proactive approach to managing risks in field-based telecom environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure all fixed network activities (civil works, fibre installation, testing, and commissioning) are conducted in compliance with UK HSE laws and internal policies.
* Conduct site inspections and audits across street works, network installation points, and other telecom infrastructure projects.
* Support and enforce compliance with NRSWA (New Roads and Street Works Act), CDM Regulations, and relevant local authority requirements.
* Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training specific to telecoms and civils teams (e.g., working at height, confined spaces, manual handling).
* Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented.
* Maintain records of risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), incident reports, and training logs.
* Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, and local authorities to ensure consistent HSE standards across all fixed network projects.
* Promote a positive safety culture and environmental responsibility across the organisation and workforce.
* Monitor the use of PPE, ensure it meets specification, and is used correctly on all sites.
* Assist in the implementation of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.
Qualifications & Experience:
* NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety –required
* NRSWA Supervisor/Operative certification –highly desirable
* Minimum 2 years’ HSE experience in telecoms, utilities, construction, or infrastructure projects
* Strong understanding of CDM 2015, LOLER, PUWER, and relevant telecoms-specific safety guidelines
* IEMA Certificate or Environmental qualification –advantageous
* Full UK driving licence –required
* Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills
HSE OFFICER UK - MOBILE NETWORK
We are looking for a competent and motivated HSE Officer to support our mobile network infrastructure projects across the UK. This includes overseeing health, safety, and environmental compliance for work at height, rigging, rooftop installations, tower construction, and maintenance activities. The successful candidate will ensure that all field operations are conducted in line with UK HSE regulations and internal company policies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor and ensure compliance with UK HSE legislation, particularly in relation to mobile telecom infrastructure (e.g. towers, rooftops, masts).
* Conduct HSE site inspections and audits for new builds, upgrades, decommissions, and maintenance works.
* Ensure adherence to the Work at Height Regulations, CDM 2015, EMF (Electromagnetic Fields) safety requirements, and RF awareness standards.
* Deliver HSE training, inductions, and toolbox talks focused on field-based mobile telecom risks (e.g., working at height, manual handling, RF safety).
* Develop and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for mobile network projects.
* Investigate incidents and near-misses, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
* Liaise with contractors, rigging teams, engineers, and landlords to ensure safe and compliant work practices.
* Ensure all operatives use correct PPE, follow permit-to-work systems, and adhere to safe access and egress procedures at all sites.
* Support implementation and continual improvement of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
Qualifications & Experience:
* NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety –required
* Working at Height and RF Awareness training –essential
* Minimum 2 years' experience in telecoms (mobile infrastructure preferred), construction, or utilities
* Strong knowledge of UK HSE regulations, including CDM 2015, Work at Height Regulations, and EMF guidelines
* First Aid certification –preferred
* IEMA or environmental qualification –advantageous
* Full UK driving licence –required
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management ability
Working Conditions:
* Field-based role with travel across UK mobile network sites (rooftops, greenfield, and street works)
* Regular site visits requiring PPE, working in elevated or remote locations
* Some office-based reporting and compliance documentation responsibilities
* Flexibility to respond to urgent site incidents outside of standard hours, if required
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
* Telecommunications
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