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About The Role
Health & Safety Manager Permanent Opportunity
REPORTING TO: Head of Safety Building North
DIVISION: Building
LOCATION: Helensburgh
BENEFITS: Pension, Subsidised Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance Scheme, Motor & Travel Allowance
Job Summary
As a Health & Safety Manager within our Building Division, you'll take charge of ensuring the highest standards of health and safety practices across our MOD projects in Helensburgh. Your role will encompass strategising, implementing, and overseeing all Health and Safety initiatives, aligning them with organisational goals and statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute comprehensive H&S strategies in line with industry best practices and legislation.
* Provide guidance, advice, and oversight to project teams, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
* Conduct audits, risk assessments, and investigations to identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
* Collaborate with various stakeholders, including site teams, business units, and clients, to establish and maintain effective relationships and standards.
* Lead H&S training programs, ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills.
* Keep abreast of evolving legislation and industry standards, incorporating changes into existing procedures.
* Champion a proactive approach to incident prevention, encouraging a reporting culture and driving continuous improvement.
Qualifications And Skills:
* A formal qualification in Health & Safety management (e.g., NEBOSH) or equivalent.
* Extensive experience in a managerial H&S role within the construction industry.
* In-depth knowledge of relevant safety, health, and environmental legislation.
* Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and auditing processes.
* Proven track record of implementing successful H&S programs and driving cultural change.
Essential Technical Competencies:
* Possession of a formal H&S qualification like NEBOSH General Certificate, at a minimum
* Holding certifications like CSCS or equivalent
* Having appropriate Security Clearance or a readiness to obtain it
* In-depth knowledge of pertinent Health & Safety legislation
* Demonstrated proficiency in construction processes
* Minimum 5 years of H&S experience in construction or related discipline
* Strong communication, numeracy, and literacy skills
* Proficient in Microsoft packages: Outlook, Word, and Excel
* Direct experience collaborating with site teams in a construction environment
* Detailed familiarity with relevant management standards (18001 / HSG65)
* Knowledge of a Behaviour-Based Safety approach for H&S improvement
Desirable Competencies:
* Influencing Behaviour: Skills in promoting a culture of safety and influencing positive behaviour among employees.
* Emergency Response: Proficiency in developing and implementing emergency response plans.
* Safety Training: Capability to conduct comprehensive safety training for employees.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Phone: 07384 916355
Email: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at:
Phone: 07384 916355
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Construction
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