The McDermott group is seeking an HSEQ Advisor based in Perth, Scotland. This role is crucial in maintaining high standards in health, safety, environmental protection, and quality management.
Overview of the Role
- HSEQ Officer
- Holidays: 30 days, with 1 additional day per year of service (max 5 days). Holiday buy-back scheme for an additional 5 days.
- Pension
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Location: Perth, Scotland
Company Overview
Operating as a leading privately owned collection of diverse companies across Scotland and the UK, our group has grown organically over 50 years, specializing in sectors such as automotive manufacturing, construction, technical consultancy, and more.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Manage and liaise with HSEQ auditors to maintain company accreditations.
- Create, monitor, and maintain procedures within the Quality Management System.
- Coach and advise employees and management on HSEQ matters to ensure legal compliance.
- Plan and conduct audits, documenting successes and areas for improvement.
- Provide training on HSEQ topics to internal staff.
- Ensure company processes deliver their intended outcomes.
- Report on HSEQ performance and improvement opportunities.
- Promote customer focus across the organization.
- Maintain the integrity of the HSEQ management system.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement risk reduction strategies.
- Outline safe operational procedures considering hazards.
- Perform regular site inspections for policy adherence.
- Ensure safe and compliant working practices.
- Develop health and safety strategies and policies.
- Lead training sessions for managers and employees on QHSE topics.
- Keep records of inspections and incidents, producing reports with recommendations.
- Stay updated with legislation and industry developments.
- Attend relevant seminars and read professional journals.
- Produce reports, newsletters, and bulletins.
- Ensure safe equipment installation and hazardous substance disposal.
- Advise on specialist areas like fire regulations and occupational diseases.
- Manage emergency procedures, signage, PPE, and COSHH controls.
- Possess NEBOSH General or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrate passion and robust knowledge in HSEQ subjects.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
- Have a strong understanding of risk assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR, and DSE regulations.
- Possess auditor training/experience.
- Be a proactive implementer of processes and change.
- Hold a full UK driving license and be willing to travel.
- Must have full rights to work in the UK (IDLR or Settled Status). Please specify your status in your application.
Note: We do not sponsor visas and only accept applications from candidates with full work rights in the UK.
Our workplace values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity. We welcome all candidates and will accommodate any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.