Main Purpose
To run an outstanding Health, Safety and Environmental focus throughout the Company, working alongside all departments to ensure all legislation, compliance and standards are strictly adhered to.
The Health and Safety Advisor will work closely with the team and the Director to drive the companies health and safety strategies in line with the overall site objectives.
Training towards becoming jointly accountable for the Health & Safety Department and the measurement, management and implementation of all relevant policies, procedures and compliances.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
* Support/Assist the department in the following:
* Develop, implement and monitor the HS&E accreditations such as ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 across the company
* Develop, implement and monitor the HS&E strategy across all branches and operational sites
* Engaging across sites, implementing health and safety policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
* Provide exceptional support to our varied project teams on all HS&E issues
* Identify possible operational risks or opportunities, and work with project teams to ensure an appropriate and effective response
* Keeping up to date with current Health and Safety legislation and best practice
* Reviewing the production of risk assessments and method statements and answering any health and safety related queries
* Advise on fire regulations, noise, and occupational health
* Liaise with external bodies in relation to health, safety and environmental issues
* Support the development of a strong Health and Safety focused culture across the Company and promote good safety behaviours.
* The development of briefing and communication strategies to ensure that the Health and Safety plan and important information is understood and operated by all employees and subcontractors
* Working closely with the Director to ensure the organisation's H&S strategy is implemented successfully
* Bringing new and creative thinking to the business whilst still maintaining exceptional H&S standards
* Conducting training, toolbox talks, inductions and investigating incidents and accidents where required
* Undertaking audits and inspections of sites, identifying areas for improvement, and reporting on the findings.
* Able to comply with all GDPR regulations
* Any other duties as required by the Director and Board of Directors
Person Specification
Essential Requirements
* NEBOSH Diploma qualification or other relevant H&S qualifications
* Excellent communication skills
* Competent in the use of a range of IT packages
* Self-motivated and proactive
* Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team
* Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
* You must hold a full current UK driving licence
* Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, Prison CTC clearance and Enhanced Police clearance
Desirable Requirements
* Knowledge of CDM regulations and key areas of construction
* NEBOSH Environmental
* IOSH Qualifications
* SMSTS
Benefits
Company vehicle plus fuel card
IT Package including mobile phone and laptop
Corporate clothing
21 days holiday plus all bank holidays
Additional holiday awarded after 2 years of continuous service
Continuous training and development
Excellent opportunities for career progression
Health & wellbeing support from qualified Mental Health First Aiders
Generous long service awards scheme
Employee Profit Share Scheme
We are an Equal Opportunities and Investors in People Accredited Company
Great variety of social events and charity work organised by the Company throughout the year
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