Health And Safety Advisor

Randstad; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor for a refurbishment project in Helensburgh, Scotland. The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols, conducting inspections, and delivering training. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certificate and experience in construction projects. This is a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or refurbishment projects.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site activities for health and safety compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Lead investigations into incidents and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor

* Location: Helensburg, Scotland
* Project Type: Refurbishment / Infrastructure Upgrade
* Salary: GBP50k annual- GBP208 per day LTD
* Start date: ASAP
* Duration: 6 months (possibly more)

To ensure that all health and safety protocols are followed during the refurbishment a large complex, minimizing risk to personnel, ensuring legal compliance, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

* Site Safety Oversight: Monitor daily site activities to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, regulations, and site-specific protocols.
* Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS):Review and advise on risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work submitted by contractors and subcontractors.
* Compliance Monitoring: Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure adherence to UK HSE standards, MOD safety requirements, and CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations.
* Incident Management:Lead investigations into near misses, accidents, and incidents; maintain accurate records and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
* Training & Inductions:Deliver safety inductions to new staff and contractors; provide toolbox talks and ongoing health and safety training relevant to site conditions.
* Liaison with Stakeholders:Work closely with MOD representatives, contractors, and other stakeholders to manage site safety collaboratively.
* Documentation & Reporting:Maintain safety logs, write reports, and present findings to the project team and stakeholders as needed.
* Emergency Preparedness: Ensure emergency procedures are in place and rehearsed regularly; coordinate with naval base safety protocols and security.

Essential Requirements:

* NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
* Experience in construction or refurbishment projects.
* Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Security clearance (or ability to obtain MOD clearance)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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