HSE Specialist

Subsea Craft•Portsmouth, NH

5d•$45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

SubSea Craft is a fast growing, privately-funded, UK-based innovative maritime technology company specialising in next-generation, high-performance watercraft and systems. We operate at the intersection of advanced engineering, cutting-edge design, and user-centric innovation, delivering safe, effective, and enabling solutions for both commercial and defence applications. We are seeking an HSE Specialist to improve and maintain health, safety and environmental standards across our business, reporting directly to the QHSE Lead. This is a hands-on role. You will have the autonomy to shape how HSE is applied on the ground, adapting systems and controls to suit varied works while maintaining robust standards. If you enjoy being visible, trusted and accountable, and want a role where your decisions directly influence how work is planned, delivered and reviewed, then this is an opportunity to make a tangible difference every day.

Requirements

NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum
Strong understanding of applicable Health and Safety regulations and standards, including LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, LEV, RRFSO and water quality requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.
Internal Auditor trained
Experience of reviewing, establishing, and updating HSE policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Professional Lead Auditor qualification
Cert / Chartered IOSH.
Experience with contractor management
Professional H&S qualifications related to the waste, logistics or allied industries.

Responsibilities

Maintaining and Improving the Safety and Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance and maintaining accreditation with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
Providing clear, practical HSE guidance across multiple projects, supporting teams to apply controls proportionately and effectively.
To visit offsite and trial’s locations, oversee HSE performance at these sites through internal audit and inspection where required.
Participate in internal and external HSE audits and inspections.
Building and sustain a positive safety culture through regular site engagement, coaching and consistent standards.
Arrange and oversee visiting contractors on site.
Managing risk processes including RAMS, inspections, audits and incident investigations, ensuring learning is embedded and shared.
Organising and supporting Health & Safety Committee meetings, including actions and reporting.
Driving environmental performance, including sustainability initiatives, compliance monitoring and ownership of key registers and KPIs.
Delivering inductions and training support relating to health & safety requirements.

Benefits

Annual Leave – Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Wellbeing Day - An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing.
Private Healthcare – Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover – Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security.
Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Christmas Leave – A Christmas shutdown is typically observed.
Professional Development – Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
Pension Contribution – pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work–life balance.
Inclusive Culture – A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.