Health and Safety Advisor/Trainee

ZipRecruiter; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical and solar installation sector seeks a Health and Safety Advisor/Trainee. This role involves site audits, compliance checks, and promoting a safety culture. Ideal for those looking to advance in health and safety within construction.

Benefits

24 days’ holiday increasing with service

Company Car and fuel card

Mobile phone

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Discounted gym membership

24/7 free & confidential support helpline

In-house wellbeing team

Free on-site parking

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction health and safety is beneficial.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site audits and inspections for compliance.
• Support incident investigations and reports.
• Assist in training new team members.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Health & Safety Qualification (e.g., NEBOSH)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Health and Safety Advisor/Trainee £26,000 - £30,000 + Company Car

Clarkson Evans is the largest electrical and solar installer working in the new build housing sector, wiring over 24,000 homes a year. We partner with the UK’s leading housing developers and were crowned Subcontractor of the Year at the 2023 Housebuilder Awards.

The Role

This position primarily covers the South and South East of England, from Gloucester to Poole and across to Kent. It involves regular visits to our Gloucester head office, with occasional support in other regions as needed. We have a first-class track record, and high standards of health and safety are essential as we aim to improve further.

We are looking for a qualified or trainee Health & Safety Advisor to join our team. This site-based role will work closely with our Production and Management teams to improve safety performance and promote a positive health and safety culture. Trainees, after completing an external qualification sponsored by us, are expected to progress to a Health & Safety Advisor role after 2 years, with further opportunities for advancement.

The working hours are based on a 39-hour week, typically 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am - 4:00 pm on Fridays, with an hour for lunch. Hours may vary to meet site visit needs, including earlier starts or later finishes.

Responsibilities

• Completing daily site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Assisting with records, inspections, and monitoring activities to verify compliance and effectiveness of health & safety processes and procedures
• Completing follow-up actions from audit reports
• Developing and delivering innovative engagement methods to promote safety, wellbeing, and environmental protection
• Supporting incident investigations and reports
• Monitoring and reporting on compliance and training, following up as needed
• Supporting the implementation of Company Safety Policies, Plans, and Initiatives
• Attending and participating in site meetings to improve communication
• Assisting in training new team members during induction

Requirements

• Previous experience in construction health and safety is beneficial but not essential
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH) is advantageous but not essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to coach and influence staff to adopt safer practices
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with IT packages such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and adaptability to new software
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

• 24 days’ holiday increasing with service + bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional days’ holiday
• Company Car and fuel card
• Mobile phone
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 free & confidential support helpline
• In-house wellbeing team
• Free on-site parking
• Early finish Fridays
• Summer & Christmas social events

Our Values

Commitment | Change | Career Progression | Care | Collaboration

Clarkson Evans is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please inform us of any special requirements to support your application process.