EHS Advisor: Construction Safety & Compliance Lead

Mercury; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury is seeking an EHS Advisor in Oxford to lead the environmental, health and safety program across projects. You will implement management systems, ensure compliance with legislation, and coordinate risk assessments, method statements, and permits to work on site.

The role requires 3 years of site experience, strong communication and computer skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting site teams and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Third level Certificate qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety.
• Minimum 3 years site experience.
• Thorough knowledge of current environmental, health and safety legislation.
• Flexibility in working patterns where necessary.
• Ability to efficiently manage all environmental, health and safety issues on site.
• Strong communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and possess strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure EHS management systems for all the projects are implemented and maintained.
• Adherence to the project and Mercury Engineering Safety Management system and to EHS legislation.
• Coordinate development of method statements, risk assessments, safe work plans and permits to work.
• Carry out site audits and inspections, document reports and implement corrective actions.
• Attend site meetings, report on EHS risks and drive continuous improvements.
• Provide advice and guidance in all EHS matters to management and employees.
• Ensure subcontractors adhere to project EHS policies and procedures.
• Mercury Engineering site induction and training is coordinated and maintained.
• Prepare toolbox talks and participate in accident investigation where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

Health & Safety Certificate

Job description

Mercury is seeking an EHS Advisor in Oxford to lead the environmental, health and safety program across projects. You will implement management systems, ensure compliance with legislation, and coordinate risk assessments, method statements, and permits to work on site.

The role requires 3 years of site experience, strong communication and computer skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting site teams and subcontractors.