Health & Safety Advisor

ARM; Havant; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in property services is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor in Havant. The advisor will support managers with health and safety compliance, ensuring legal obligations are met across the Group. Candidates are required to hold a NEBOSH National General Certificate and should have experience in health and safety management. This role is a fixed-term contract with competitive salary up to £45k.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General and/or Construction Certificate required.
• Experience in health and safety management is essential.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on health and safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor compliance.
• Assist in the development and management of health and safety strategies.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

NEBOSH National Diploma

Membership of IOSH

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor

Havant

Up to £45k (12-month fixed term contract)

To assist managers and colleagues within the property services and development & asset management directorates and across the Group, with the provision of support, advice and guidance on health, safety and welfare matters designed to ensure legal obligations are met. To act as an advisor to the organisations in‑house projects and responsive repairs service and outsourced construction projects supporting on the development, review and implementation of risk assessments and construction phase plans of work activities identified as high risk. To carry out site inspections and monitor directly employed operatives and support contractors working on the Groups behalf to provide assurance that works are carried out in accordance with agreed plans. Work closely with the head of health and safety and other managers across the business to ensure continual improvement with health and safety standards and a positive safety culture.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide "knowledge expert" advice on the management of health and safety at work and ensure the Group is compliant with the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations 2015 for all relevant construction projects.
• Carry out such duties as required of a 'Competent Person' under the requirements of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (Reg. 7).
• Assist the head of health and safety with the development, implementation and management of the H&S strategy, policy, objectives, and processes, specifically relating to construction activities, ensuring that the organisation meets its statutory and regulatory obligations.
• Work with managers and colleagues to ensure that policies and procedures are reviewed and maintained on a regular basis and monitor and report on compliance to ensure health & safety is a consistent integral function within the organisation.
• Work with managers and colleagues to ensure that they understand and implement relevant regulations, legislation, standards, and codes of practice as apply to specific working environments and activities.

Desirables

• NEBOSH National General and/or Construction Certificate (or equivalent) - Essential
• NEBOSH National Diploma - Desirable
• Membership of IOSH - Essential