About the job
Step into a pivotal role where your expertise safeguards individuals, progress, and purpose. At EDF, we understand that each career path is unique. Here, Success is Personal, allowing you to lead fire safety initiatives in environments where it truly counts, all while cultivating a career that mirrors your contributions.
The Opportunity
As the CommOps Fire Safety Team Leader, you will be integral in preparing Hinkley Point C for commissioning and pre-operations. Your leadership in fire safety management will be crucial in a complex, high-risk setting, ensuring the well-being of personnel while facilitating EDF’s mission towards An Electric Britain.
Your journey begins with a starting salary of £67,000 per annum, primarily based at the #HinkleyPointC site. This position allows for some flexibility in remote work or other EDF office locations, balanced with a strong on-site presence to meet operational needs.
As you lead a talented team, you will be responsible for defining fire safety protocols, engaging with stakeholders, and fostering a robust fire safety culture. Your contributions will underpin regulatory compliance, operational readiness, and long-term safety across one of the UK’s most vital infrastructure projects.
Who You Are
We seek a CommOps Fire Safety Team Leader who embodies confidence, clarity, and purpose, capable of balancing strategic oversight with hands-on involvement. To be considered, you should possess:
- A minimum Level 4 Fire Safety qualification from an accredited professional body, such as the Institute of Fire Engineers
- At least five years of fire safety experience in complex construction, process, or nuclear environments
- Demonstrated experience in leading and implementing Fire Safety Management Systems on nuclear-licensed sites
- In-depth knowledge of UK and international fire safety standards and CDM Regulations
- Expertise in developing and validating fire risk assessments within high-risk settings
To proceed with this role, you must satisfy the criteria for Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) Security Vetting, typically necessitating UK residency for a minimum of three of the past five years.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing the development and validation of the CommOps Fire Safety Management Plan
- Leading and supporting a team of fire safety professionals
- Offering expert fire safety guidance throughout construction, commissioning, and pre-operations
- Supervising fire and DSEAR risk assessments and compliance efforts
- Collaborating with contractors, regulators, and internal teams to enhance fire safety performance
Pay, Benefits, and Culture
In addition to a starting salary of £67,000 per annum and potential for an annual bonus, you’ll receive a market-leading pension scheme and flexible benefits such as electric vehicle leasing.
