Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction safety firm is looking for a dedicated Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor in Bridgwater. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety on construction sites. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills, alongside relevant certifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient report writing to present findings clearly.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis.
• Certification in first aid is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Prepare reports on inspections and risk assessments.
• Facilitate training sessions on health and safety.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Proficient in report writing

Strong analytical skills

Creation of RAMS

Certification in first aid

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational skills

NEBOSH - Construction

Job description

Job Title: Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor

Department: Health and Safety

Responsible to: Project Director

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable HSE Advisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in promoting health, safety, and environmental standards. This position involves ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety across the site. The HSE Advisor will be instrumental in implementing best practices and providing guidance on health and safety matters across the construction site.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Prepare detailed reports on findings from inspections, incidents, and risk assessments.
• Facilitate training sessions for employees on health and safety practices.
• Investigate incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with site management to promote a proactive approach to health and safety across the construction site.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Liaise with the main contractors on site.

Skills/ Knowledge

• Proficient in report writing with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting root cause analysis of incidents.
• Creation of RAMS.
• Certification in first aid is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with all levels of staff.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• NEBOSH - Construction