Lead EHS Advisor – Peterhead

Taylor and Fraser; United Kingdom; Sur place; GBP 52 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Taylor and Fraser is seeking a highly skilled Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor to join our team and support our SWHE objectives. The successful candidate will drive compliance with EHS management systems, lead risk assessments, and promote a culture of safety across projects and operations.

Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will develop and enforce EHS policies, deliver training, and collaborate with clients and subcontractors to ensure regulatory alignment and continuous

Qualifications

• Lead Health and Safety Advisor with 5-7 years' experience in construction/electrical sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Proven ability to develop and enforce EHS policies and training.
• NEBOSH Diploma and professional membership required.

Responsabilités

• Develop and enforce EHS policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture of safety across the organisation.
• Monitor EHS performance and implement improvements.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training and emergency drills.
• Lead EHS meetings and report to EHS Manager.
• Prepare EHS reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

Formation

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

IOSH/IIRSM membership

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Taylor and Fraser senior management team are committed to ensuring as an organisation we excel in complying with our statutory requirements and as such we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor to join our team to support our projects and promote compliance with our Environmental Health & Safety Management Systems.

The successful candidate will be offered the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation and to support Taylor and Fraser’s aspiration to achieve high level performance in terms of Health, Safety, Welfare, and Environment (SWHE).

Responsible for ensuring that all health and safety regulations and standards are adhered to on our projects. This role involves assessing risks, implementing safety measures, and promoting a culture of safety across all levels of the organisation.

Reporting to the EHS Manager

• Support the EHS Manager in developing and enforcing EHS policies and procedures.
• Cultivate an exceptional EHS culture on the
• Provide leadership and engagement to embed a culture of continuous improvement with respect to EHS, acting as the site focus for compliance with relevant health, Safety, environmental legislation.
• Drive a positive safety culture through coaching, support and strong engagement with all teams.
• Responsible for monitoring the sites EHS performance, identifying and taking proactive measures to improve performance shortfalls.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential hazards and implement control measures to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with Client and off-site legislative bodies and provide reports as required concerning key metrics such as safety statistics, environmental performance and incident reporting.
• Assist operational teams in reviewing sub-contractors risk assessments / method statements to ensure they are adequate.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and report findings to senior management, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, assist with root cause analysis, and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training and emergency response drills for all staff and contractors.
• Lead and chair Health & Safety meetings, providing guidance to H&S representatives and operational managers.
• Participate in EHS improvement initiatives and provide feedback on lessons learned to your Site Management Team
• Maintain accurate EHS records and prepare required reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote sustainability, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives across operations.
• Perform routine site inspections and EHS audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in the development and execution of emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire drills and spill response.
• Advise teams on proper use and selection of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Facilitate communication and engagement on EHS topics between leadership, employees, and contractors.
• Stay up to date on relevant EHS regulations and best practices, providing guidance on compliance and risk reduction.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to integrate EHS considerations into operational planning.
• Support initiatives for improving environmental performance, such as reducing emissions and energy use.
• Organize and deliver health and safety training sessions for employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure all personnel are adequately trained in emergency procedures and the use of safety equipment.
• Comply with all aspects of the Company’s ISO standards: Quality management – ISO 9001:2015 / Environmental – ISO 14001: 2015 / Occupational health and safety management – ISO 45001:2018, proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and relevant professional membership (e.g. IOSH, IIRSM).
• 5-7 years’ experience as a Lead Health and Safety Advisor in the construction / electrical industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in emergency response planning and behavioural safety
• Skilled in data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.