Company: Don Valley Construction
Department: Construction
Reporting to: Construction Director
Salary: Competitive, based on skills and experience
Benefits: Contributory pension, 33 days annual leave (incl. Bank holidays), plus car allowance
Base: Sandall Stones Road, Kirk Sandall, Doncaster DN3 1QR and various sites throughout the UK
About Don Valley Engineering
The Don Valley Group are a multi-disciplinary engineering company specialising in delivering bulk material handling projects across a range of industries. Customer satisfaction is our primary focus, and quality plays a critical role in our ability to achieve our relationships with clients during the course of the contract. A great opportunity has arrived to join a growing vibrant company as we are looking to appoint a high calibre individual to collaborate with our team of experienced professionals and engineers in a dynamic environment.
We are looking for a proactive Health and Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, promote a safe work environment, and implement best practices to prevent workplace injuries. This role will focus on mentoring site operatives, fostering a positive health and safety culture, and leading change through effective health and safety initiatives.
The successful candidate will need to display the desire, drive, and determination to perform as part of a team. You will be given responsibility requiring you to organise your workload and be proactive. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exceptional experience.
Main activities & responsibilities:
1. Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and promote a culture of safety across the organisation
2. Mentor and guide site operatives on health and safety practices, encouraging proactive engagement in safety measures
3. Lead the implementation of health and safety initiatives aimed at driving continuous improvement and cultural change
4. Conduct and monitor in-house and legally required inspections to uphold technical and professional safety standards
5. Identify potential hazards through regular risk assessments and recommend appropriate corrective actions
6. Collaborate with management and teams to develop and maintain health and safety policies and procedures
7. Investigate incidents and accidents, providing thorough reports and recommendations for prevention
8. Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices, ensuring the organisation remains compliant
9. Deliver training sessions on health and safety topics, including emergency procedures and equipment usage
10. Cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships
11. Develop, manage, and monitor the H&S performance of the Company
12. Advise on H&S matters, issues and concerns to ensure Company compliance with statutory requirements, Company and contractual requirements and best industry practice
13. Provide support to Site Managers and Supervisors
14. Management of and liaison with auditors to acquire/maintain Company's accreditations
15. Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting implementing improvements
16. Report on Company's H&S performance to the leadership team and statutory authorities as/when required
17. Conduct H&S training courses/Toolbox Talks using internal and external resources as required
18. Maintain awareness of evolving industry regulations and best practice and how they could be applied to the Company's operations
19. Produce further analysis and reports as may be required by the Directors, or management from time to time
Qualifications/Experience/Skills:
1. Relevant certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) is preferred
2. Approximately 3-5 years’ experience is needed to perform the job at competent level within an engineering discipline / industry
3. Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices
4. Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills
5. Ability to analyse safety data and implement practical solutions
6. Ability to display exceptional leadership skills with a gravitas to influence all levels of the business
7. IT knowledge, including Microsoft 365 Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
8. Excellent communication and time management skills
9. Takes pride in their work and adopts a positive attitude to work
10. Ability to work in a small, cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment
We would politely request no agencies please.
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