Health and Safety Advisor
| Posting date: | 22 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £43,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 May 2024 |
| Location: | MK4 4DD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 86896 HSA / AAC-1121 |
Summary
Health & Safety Advisor | Midlands | £35k-£43k | Civils & general construction |80% site / 20% remote
This leading construction company is currently experiencing significant growth and expansion. As they continue to expand, they are looking to hire experienced safety professionals, offering opportunities for career advancement. They are committed to providing a supportive and flexible work environment that respects employees' personal lives. This company prides itself on a strong safety culture where every individual is valued and recognised, and employees are not subjected to unnecessary pressure.
We are currently seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to cover the Midlands region, including a limited number of sites in Northamptonshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader and advance your health and safety career. Reporting directly to the Health and Safety leadership team, you will support the implementation of the HSEQ strategy, IMS, and conduct regular on-site visits to assess and monitor health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, excellent planning abilities, and a proactive mindset. They should also be client-focused, possess commercial acumen, and have a track record of delivering results within tight deadlines.
If you have the necessary skills and competencies for this role, then we invite you to join our dynamic and successful company. Take your health and safety career to the next level with us.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaise with clients and internal H&S team members
- Chair internal on-site H&S meetings
- Attend client H&S meetings
- Provide support to site teams on all H&S matters
- Review and improve safe systems of work
- Attend and advise during safe start meetings
- Manage day-to-day H&S activities on site
- Conduct workplace inspections and report findings
- Investigate accidents or incidents
- Manage on-site occupational health
- Coordinate training for project staff
- Contribute to the maintenance of ISO 45001
Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience in a busy site-based H&S role within the construction industry (preferably civils)
- Excellent communication skills with experience in client-facing roles
- A team player with technical expertise and experience providing health and safety support in the construction and building services sectors
- Proficient in IT with strong report-writing abilities
Desirable Qualifications:
- NEBOSH Construction or equivalent
- First aid training
What We Offer:
- Additional holidays
- Car allowance
- Enhanced pension
- Flexible working arrangements
- Health Cash Plan
- Length of service awards
If you believe you have the qualifications and experience for this role, please contact lee.spiers@thornbaker.co.uk.
- Additional holidays
- NEBOSH Construction or equivalent
- At least 2 years of experience in a busy site-based H&S role within the construction industry (preferably civils)