Health And Safety Advisor - Tower Cranes

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Travel opportunities

Career development

Job summary

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support its tower crane projects across the UK and internationally. The role focuses on safety, compliance and practical guidance for erection, operation and dismantling of tower cranes.

Essential qualifications include NEBOSH General/Construction certificates and experience in crane-related safety. Travel to sites in Scotland and overseas is required. The position offers a competitive salary and company benefits.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or Construction Certificate required.
• Experience in construction, crane hire or lifting operations.
• Practical understanding of tower crane operations.
• Knowledge of LOLER and PUWER.
• Experience reviewing RAMS and lifting plans.
• Strong communication with site teams and senior management.
• Willingness to travel to Scotland and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Provide Health & Safety advice across tower crane projects.
• Conduct site inspections, safety audits and compliance assessments.
• Monitor safe practices for crane erection, climbing, operation, maintenance and dismantling.
• Review RAMS and lifting plans; ensure documentation compliance.
• Ensure compliance with LOLER and PUWER.
• Collaborate with crane managers, lifting teams, site management and principal contractors.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety guidance to site teams.
• Build relationships with clients, contractors and operational personnel.

Skills

Strong communication

Travel willingness

Safety compliance

Team engagement

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

IOSH membership

CPCS Appointed Person

Tools

RAMS review

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor required for an established and growing specialist tower crane business to support its operations across the UK and internationally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Health & Safety professional with a strong background in tower cranes and lifting operations to join a well-established organisation involved in major construction projects.

The role will primarily cover projects across London and the South East, with occasional travel to Scotland and overseas.

Our client is looking for a practical, proactive and knowledgeable individual who understands the challenges of tower crane operations and can work closely with operational teams to maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Health & Safety advice and support across multiple tower crane projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits and compliance assessments.
• Monitor safe working practices associated with tower crane erection, climbing, operation, maintenance and dismantling.
• Review Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), lifting plans and associated safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with LOLER, PUWER and relevant industry standards.
• Work closely with crane managers, appointed persons, lifting teams, site management and principal contractors.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of Health & Safety policies, procedures and management systems.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and practical guidance to site teams.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors and operational personnel.

Requirements

Essential:

• NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within construction, crane hire or specialist lifting operations.
• Practical experience and a strong understanding of tower crane operations is essential.
• Good knowledge of LOLER, PUWER.
• Experience reviewing RAMS, lifting plans and safe systems of work.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with site teams and senior management.
• Willingness to travel to projects in Scotland and overseas (occasionally) when required.

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• IOSH membership (TechIOSH, CertIOSH or CMIOSH).
• Previous experience working for a tower crane supplier, crane hire business or lifting contractor.
• CPCS Appointed Person qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of tower crane erection, climbing and dismantling operations.
• Experience working on major London construction projects.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Additional company benefits.
• Opportunity to work on major construction projects in London, across the UK and internationally.
• Varied and challenging role within an established specialist crane business.
• Long-term career development opportunities