Health, Safety, and Environment Advisor

Navartis; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in West Midlands is seeking a Health Safety Environment Advisor with expertise in HSE documentation and compliance. The role requires 3-5 years of health and safety experience, particularly within large-scale energy or HV projects. Responsibilities include conducting audits, delivering training, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. Competitive salary between £50,000 - £55,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package including car allowance, holidays, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Car / Car Allowance

30 days holiday

Bonus Scheme

Private Health Care

Above average pension contributions

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Health & Safety within construction.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation.
• Experience in delivering health and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections for compliance.
• Plan and deliver HSE training programs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

• Developing and implementing HSE documentation: drafting, updating, and implementing health & safety and environment policies and procedures in line with UK legislation, industry best practices, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Providing advice and guidance promoting a positive HSE culture
• Planning for HSE, including the setting of realistic short and long term objectives, deciding priorities and establishing adequate systems and performance standards.
• Periodically auditing the whole health & safety and environmental management system promoting continuous improvement.
• Monitoring compliance: regularly inspecting construction sites to ensure compliance with health & safety and environment regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Coordinating with Construction Project Manager to ensure contractors, their sub-contractors and/or agents carry out all activities in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with appropriate Health & Safety and Environment policies and procedures, in accordance with the CDM 2015 - Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Ensuring that all HSE incidents are correctly reported: identifying the hazards, intervenient and the associated mitigation measures and relevant reviews of work procedures.
• Delivering training: planning and delivering health & safety and environment training programs for employees, including induction training for new workers, toolbox talks, and specialized training for specific tasks or hazards.
• Participating in HSE meetings, internal and external with Contractors and Suppliers.
• Maintaining records.

Person Specification

To be successful in the role, you must demonstrate a minimum of 3-5 years Health & Safety experience within the construction industry, preferably on large scale energy projects or HV projects.

• Effective stakeholder management skills are paramount, as you'll be tasked with fostering positive relationships with multiple parties involved in projects.
• Professional certifications such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Knowledge of ISO Management Systems: ISO 45001 and 14001.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and delivering health and safety training.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify hazards and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in communication, resource management and the use of software, particularly Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid driver's license for UK.

Salary of between £50,000 - £55,000 negotiable plus a competitive package including;

- Car / Car Allowance
- 30 days holiday
- Bonus Scheme
- Private Health Care
- Above average pension scheme contributions

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