Health And Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer – Substation Project (Mons, Belgium)

Designer Group | Mons, Belgium | Rotation / Full-time

About Designer Group

Designer Group is a leading international M&E contractor delivering complex engineering projects across energy, data centre, industrial and building services sectors.

Operating across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, we partner with global clients to deliver high-value, technically demanding projects.

Our growth is driven by our people. We invest in capability, back our teams, and create an environment where individuals take ownership and deliver.

Safe | Trust | Respect | Challenge | Deliver

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Health and Safety Officer for a live electrical substation project in Mons.

This is a site-first role. You’ll be embedded in the project, working alongside engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure work is planned, controlled and executed safely in a high-risk environment.

You’ll be visible, present, and influential — not just monitoring safety, but actively shaping how work is delivered across the site.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out daily site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Leading inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• Ensuring compliance with Belgian HSE legislation and Designer Group standards
• Monitoring high-risk activities including:
• High-voltage (HV) electrical works
• Lifting operations
• Temporary works and access systems
• Reviewing RAMS, method statements, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Investigating incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions
• Maintaining permits, safety records, and inspection logs
• Supporting emergency planning and response drills
• Driving a proactive, accountable safety culture across all contractors

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH or equivalent recognised certification
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience on construction, energy, or M&E projects
• Experience in substation, HV, or infrastructure environments is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of European safety standards and compliance requirements
• Confident communicator who can challenge and influence behaviours on site
• Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail

Package

• Competitive base salary
• €1,400 net monthly subsistence allowance
• Rotation (typically 10/4 or project dependent)
• Flights provided for each rotation
• Single occupancy accommodation
• Structured support from an experienced project and safety team

Why Join Designer Group

• Deliver critical energy infrastructure projects across Europe
• Work in an environment where safety is embedded in delivery
• Join a team that values ownership, accountability, and performance
• Opportunity to progress across international projects

Apply

If you’re looking for a role where you can influence safety on a live high-risk project and be part of a team delivering at a high standard — apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.