Lead SHEQ Advisor (environmental And Carbon Lead)

Bluetown; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in infrastructure is seeking a Lead SHEQ Advisor to champion health and safety standards while driving environmental initiatives. This role involves implementing the Integrated Management System, conducting inspections, and mentoring teams to ensure compliance. With a focus on carbon reduction and sustainability, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's environmental strategies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and make a significant impact in the utilities sector. If you are passionate about health and safety and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus

Vehicle and fuel provision

Royal London Group Personal Pension Plan

Group Life Insurance

Occupational health services

Annual health surveillance

Employee Assistance Programme

Funded training and qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety legislation and compliance.
• Proficient in safety planning and conducting risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all projects.
• Develop environmental impact and carbon reduction strategies.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections and audits.

Skills

H&S legislation knowledge

Safety planning and risk assessment

NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate

IEMA Foundation Qualification

Confined spaces skills

Utilities and excavation safety knowledge

Safe working techniques

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

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 practices. To support the Head of SHEQ in developing the SHEQ Advisor to achieve 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 licence and be flexible with travelling nationwide.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Act as escalation for SHEQ matters in the absence or cover for Head of SHEQ.
2. Develop and review Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) before they are issued for construction.
3. Carry out H&S inspections on all projects at regular intervals.
4. Coordinate accident reporting and investigation.
5. Log and monitor hazard reports.
6. Stay updated with H&S legislation and construction industry best practices.
7. Handle queries and correspondence on H&S issues, providing advice as needed.
8. Issue H&S alerts or guidance as appropriate.
9. Implement the requirements of the organisation's IMS and Health & Safety Policy.
10. Manage and mentor employees to ensure IMS implementation and safe conduct of work.
11. Act as environmental and carbon reduction lead, developing strategies and setting reduction goals.
12. Establish environmental risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
13. Monitor and analyze carbon emissions to identify reduction opportunities.
14. Conduct internal audits per the audit programme.
15. Implement health and safety procedures.
16. Support the health, safety, and training structure of the company.
17. Monitor work teams and depots via inspections and audits.
18. Document non-conformance records 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:

• Relevant 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 membership.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge:

• Internal auditor for OHSAS ISO 45001.
• NEBOSH Diploma.

Benefits:

• Annual performance-related bonus scheme.
• Vehicle and fuel provision.
• Royal London Group Personal Pension Plan.
• Group Life Insurance (1x Salary).
• Occupational health services.
• Annual health surveillance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Funded training and qualifications.

Please note we are not offering sponsorships at this time. All applicants must reside and have the right to live and work in the UK.

Click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience as Senior H&S Advisor, Health & Safety Officer, Environmental Safety Officer, Senior SHEQ Officer, NEBOSH, or related roles may also be considered.