Health & Safety Advisor

McLaughlin & Harvey; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join their team. In this role, you will promote safety culture, review subcontractor compliance, and lead safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant qualification in Health and Safety, possess a strong understanding of legislation, and have experience in accident investigations. The position offers flexible working options and a competitive salary. Apply now for a chance to make a difference!

Benefits

Flexible and Hybrid working

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave entitlement

Generous pension contributions

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an operational Health and Safety Advisor within the construction industry.
• Accident and incident investigation experience is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote health and safety culture within the company and subcontractors.
• Review subcontractor documentation.
• Lead and deliver health and safety initiatives.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Strong knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation

IT literate

Education

Professionally qualified in Health and Safety (NEBOSH/NCRQ, BSc or MSc)

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Overview

McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland. We are seeking to recruit an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to enhance our existing team of Advisors. Reporting to the Head of Health and Safety, the Health and Safety Advisor will provide support and guidance to various projects to ensure the safety and health of everyone.

Responsibilities

• Promotion of our health and safety ethos and culture at all levels within the Company and with our Subcontractors.
• Ensure working practices are safe and comply with relevant legislation.
• Review Subcontractor documentation including safe systems of works.
• Assist in the preparation of health and safety strategies and in the development of internal policies and procedures.
• Lead and deliver health & safety initiatives.
• Assist in the in-house training of managers and employees.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure policies and procedures are being fully implemented.
• Carry out accident / incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified within Health and Safety field (NEBOSH/NCRQ, BSc or MSc in Safety).
• Proven track record as an operational Health and Safety Advisor within the Construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation.
• Accident and incident investigation experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to positively influence others.
• IT literate.
• CSCS Card.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible and Hybrid working
• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave entitlement
• Generous pension contributions
• Life Assurance

How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply by clicking the apply button now!

McLaughlin & Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every employee to care and commit to their contribution to the cultivation and maintenance of an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. Decisions relating to recruitment, salary, training, evaluating performance, or termination are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.