Health & Safety Advisor

OCS Recruitment Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary contracting firm in Maidstone is seeking to hire a Health and Safety Assistant. The role involves supporting the HSE Manager in inspections, audits, and ISO compliance. Candidates must possess NEBOSH General or Construction qualifications and a CSCS card. Strong communication and environmental responsibility are essential. This position offers opportunities for professional development and contributes to a safety-focused organizational culture.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH mandatory qualification in General or Construction.
• CSCS card relevant to profession.
• Ongoing training requirements to be discussed with Skills Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Manager with site inspections and audits.
• Assist with ISO external audit processes and maintenance.
• Aid in the development of Global Hub / SharePoint.
• Liaise with Regulatory Bodies and represent the company in meetings.

Skills

Health, Safety, Environmental Management

Good communication skills

Risk assessments

COSHH assessments

Education

NEBOSH General / Construction

Member of IOSH / IEMA

CSCS Card

Job description

The Role

• An opportunity to join a multidisciplinary contractor where you will support the Timber Frame factory function of the business. You will also assist here and on delivery to sites across Kent.
• To support the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Department by aiding in the continual improvement of the Management Systems, with a particular emphasis on assisting with accident, Incident, Near Miss, etc. reporting, recording and investigations. Scored audits of sites, inspections and guidance for sites, offices, factories and yards.

Training & Qualifications Minimum Requirements

• NEBOSH General / Construction. Member of IOSH / IEMA or equivalent.
• CSCS Card relevant to profession.
• Any other existing training qualifications are to be maintained by the individual in discussion with the Skills, Competency and Apprentice Manager.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Manager with the inspections and auditing of sites, offices, sales offices, factories and yards. Help strengthen the company organisational culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Support the Company Group HSEQ Director with the development of the Group and Business Unit processes in readiness for ISO external audits and once achieved assistance with the maintenance and internal auditing of the systems.
• Support the Company HSEQ Director with the continual development and improvement of Global Hub / SharePoint in line with the Company's Objectives and Targets.
• Represent the business at client meetings and liaise with Regulatory Bodies.

Key Competencies

• Health, Safety, Environmental Management.
• Good communication skills.
• Risk, COSHH assessments and safe systems of works