Health and Safety Advisor HS2 job in London (MAX9498) - Maxim Recruitment
Health and Safety Advisor HS2
Ref MAX9498
Consultant: Daria Tkach
Region: London
Location: London
Salary: £32-48k + benefits
Job Posted: 13/03/2023
Type: Permanent
Status: Live: Interviewing now
A great opportunity for Health and Safety Advisor to join a top-tier UK based civil engineering and rail contractor on their JV High Speed 2 (HS2) construction project in London.
The Health and Safety Advisor role is to work with the Health and Safety Manager to support the project in safely delivering our section of works for HS2.
Suitable candidates will have previous experience in Construction or Infrastructure Health & Safety.
Project Details
The successful candidate will be supporting the Health & Safety Manager in the management of H&S on HS2 site, including the implementation of the H&S Management System (HSMS) to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
This role plays a key part in helping to establish and maintain the highest, and where possible, new industry Health and Safety standards for the HS2 project.
Responsibilities and Duties
Some of the key responsibilities and duties will include:
* Understanding employers Health & Safety Policies and Processes and statutory requirements
* Providing advice, guidance and independence with regards to the assessment and appointment of sub-contractors
* Assisting with and undertaking H&S surveillance where required of operational sites. Participating, as requested, in parent company H&S audits
* When directed, assisting with the preparation of H&S risk assessments and safe systems of work.
* Assisting with the monitoring, analysis of and reporting of H&S performance. Utilising data to highlight areas of further consideration, evaluation and intervention
* Assisting and/or managing the investigation of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses and other incidents as directed.
* Assisting in the preparation and implementation of H&S training/briefings, as directed.
* Promoting best practice, capturing best practice and ensuring it is fed back into the business and parent companies
* Setting standards and leading by example in the management of H&S
* Liaising with other members of the HSS Team and the wider organisation regarding H&S
* Maintaining own level of knowledge and competency in relation to H&S Management and responsibilities including appropriate qualifications and professional membership
* Obtaining competency cards in line with the company’s Competence Card Compliance Standard
Desired Skills and Experience
* At least 3 years' experience in relevant field of Construction / Infrastructure Health & Safety
* Excellent communication and engagement skills
* Strong knowledge and practical application of safety on the ground.
* Ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
* Demonstrable experience of influencing culture and performance in a civil engineering environment.
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate is essential
* Membership of IOSH - Tech IOSH is essential
Employing Company Overview and Profile
The successful candidate will join an established main contractor on the iconic HS2 project. This leading joint venture consortium is delivering a major portion of the tunnelling across London for High Speed 2 (HS2).
The value of the project is around £2 billion with the works due for completion in around 2025.
This employer encourages flexible working.
Professional development, such as subsidised further study or payment of professional membership fees are available for suitable candidates.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives
* Generous salary negotiable based on experience + benefits package
* Disclosed to shortlisted candidates
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0800 689 4841
(Office hours 8.30 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Friday)
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