Risk & Assurance Advisor

Veolia; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Risk & Assurance Advisor to support Safety, Quality & Assurance matters across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety advising, particularly in waste management, and a NEBOSH General Certificate. The role includes conducting audits, engaging with teams, and liaising with external stakeholders. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute positively to the community.

Benefits

Car or car allowance

Bonus scheme

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Resources to support physical, mental, and financial health

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a Safety Advisor Role, ideally in waste management.
• Background in at least one industrial area: Waste, Energy, Water, or Utilities.
• Auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the business on Safety, Quality & Assurance matters.
• Conduct regular site visits and undertake audits.
• Engage with teams to identify improvements.

Skills

Safety Advisor Experience

Excellent communication skills

Influence key stakeholders

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Risk & Assurance Advisor to join our dynamic team. Ideally, we are looking for the right candidate to be based in and around the South with the flexibility to cover most of the UK as and when required. Veolia is committed to helping communities and the environment, and to contributing to an inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• Car or car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• One paid day’s leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you'll be doing

• Actively support the business on Safety, Quality & Assurance matters by conducting regular site visits (as per our Annual planner), assure the business the right standards are in place, undertake regular audits, including engagement visits and monitor progress against the site improvement plans.
• You will support an operational team covering wastewater and clean water/utilities activities, boiler houses and energy centres, total waste management
• Engage with teams and identify further improvements and provide solutions.
• To work closely with the Treatment Risk & Assurance Manager, to support operations and where appropriate support and liaise with external stakeholders, regulators and customers.
• To liaise with clients and support and advice on industry best practices.

What we're looking for

• Experience in a Safety Advisor Role, ideally in waste management
• NEBOSH General Certificate
• A background in at least one of the industrial areas mentioned above (Waste, Energy, Water, or Utilities)
• Auditing experience
• The ability to influence key stakeholders on site
• An individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide industry-leading customer service to all internal and external customers

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

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This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.