Lead SHEQ Advisor (Environmental and Carbon Lead)

TipTopJob; Abbot's Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in infrastructure is seeking a Lead SHEQ Advisor to spearhead health and safety compliance while driving environmental initiatives. This pivotal role involves ensuring adherence to government regulations and best practices, mentoring staff, and developing strategies for carbon reduction. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in health and safety legislation, risk assessment, and relevant qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, contributing to the sustainability goals of the organization while ensuring a safe working atmosphere for all employees.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus scheme

Vehicle and fuel allowance

Royal London Group Personal Pension Plan

Group Life Insurance (1x salary)

Occupational Health Service

Annual Health Surveillance

Employee Assistance Programme

Funded qualifications and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in health and safety roles with a focus on compliance.
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation and risk assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across projects.
• Develop and implement environmental and carbon reduction strategies.

Skills

Street works accreditation

Knowledge of H&S legislation

Safety planning and risk assessment techniques

IEMA Foundation Qualification and Associate Membership

Confined spaces skills

Utilities and excavation safety knowledge

Safe working techniques

NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate

IOSH certification

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Tools

Internal Auditor for OHSAS ISO 45001

Job description

Job Title: Lead SHEQ Advisor (Environmental and Carbon Lead)

Salary: Competitive

Location: Duncan Street, Salford with travel to sites nationally

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

About Us

Excalon is a leading infrastructure contractor specialising in the provision of services to the utilities industry. With recent new business wins with multiple major clients adding to our existing portfolio of framework agreements and ongoing Major Projects, this is an exciting time to join our business.

Purpose Of The Role

To ensure the Company meets health and safety standards through the implementation of the Company Integrated Management System (IMS), ensuring compliance with government regulations and industry best practice. To support the Head of SHEQ in developing the SHEQ Advisor to meet Company standards. Act as Environmental and Carbon Lead for the Company, developing the environmental impact and carbon reduction strategy.

Please note that due to the nature of the role, the candidate will need a full driver’s license and be flexible with nationwide travel.

Key Accountabilities

1. Act as escalation point for SHEQ matters in the absence of the Head of SHEQ.
2. Develop and review Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) before issuance.
3. Conduct regular H&S inspections on all projects.
4. Coordinate accident reporting and investigation.
5. Log and monitor hazard reports.
6. Stay updated with H&S legislation and industry best practices.
7. Handle queries and correspondence related to H&S issues, providing advice as needed.
8. Issue H&S alerts or guidance as appropriate.
9. Implement and adhere to the organisation’s IMS and Health and Safety Policy.
10. Manage and mentor employees to ensure IMS implementation and safe work practices, promoting best practices.
11. Act as environmental and carbon reduction lead, developing strategies collaboratively.
12. Establish environmental risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
13. Set and monitor carbon reduction goals, identifying key opportunities.
14. Conduct internal audits as per the audit programme.
15. Implement health and safety processes.
16. Support the health, safety, and training structure of the company.
17. Monitor work teams and depots through inspections and audits.
18. Record non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions.
19. Distribute lessons learned.
20. Assist with external accreditations such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, NERS, Achilles.
21. Review and update company procedures.
22. Liaise with safety representatives and operatives.

About You

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Street works accreditation
• Knowledge of H&S legislation
• Safety planning and risk assessment techniques
• IEMA Foundation Qualification and Associate Membership
• Confined spaces skills
• Utilities and excavation safety knowledge
• Safe working techniques
• NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate and IOSH certification

Desirable Skills and Knowledge:

• Internal Auditor for OHSAS ISO 45001
• NEBOSH Diploma

Benefits

• Annual performance-related bonus scheme
• Vehicle and fuel allowance
• Royal London Group Personal Pension Plan
• Group Life Insurance (1x salary)
• Occupational Health Service
• Annual Health Surveillance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Funded qualifications and training

Please note we are not offering sponsorships at this time.