Senior EHS Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior EHS Advisor to join their dynamic team in Burnley. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and supporting the implementation of an Integrated Management System on site. You will become a Subject Matter Expert in high-risk activities, assist in developing risk assessments, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. The company offers a supportive environment that values employee wellbeing and development, with opportunities for international assignments. If you are passionate about health and safety and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Company Pension contributions

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Private Health Insurance contribution

Life and Disability cover

EAP for employees and their families

Educational Assistance

Opportunities for international assignments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the EHS Manager in ensuring compliance with Health, Safety & Workplace Legislation.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to implement the Integrated Management System.

Skills

Health and Safety Diploma / Degree

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Health and Safety Diploma / Degree

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior EHS Advisor to join Suir Engineering Ltd. This position will be on an Energy Power & Renewable Project based in Burnley with travel involved.

Here at Suir Engineering, we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors include Energy, Power & Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We deliver best-in-class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of providing a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years, we have successfully delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients worldwide. Currently, we are expanding significantly, delivering large-scale projects across Ireland, the UK, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden.

We recognize that our continued success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We aim to create a diverse and equal workforce and to attract the best talent. We want all employees to realize their full potential and to grow and develop during their careers with Suir. We also promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and support services, including our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

What you will be doing?

1. Assist the EHS Manager in achieving Suir's Critical Success Factor 1: 'To ensure full compliance with all Health, Safety & Workplace Legislation.'
2. Collaborate effectively with the Project Manager and Construction Team to implement the Integrated Management System.
3. Ensure the site is properly set up with a Site-Specific Construction EHS Plan.
4. Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all of Suir's High-Risk Activities (HRA's) and ensure they are identified and controlled on site.
5. Assist in developing Risk Assessments & Method Statements.
6. Support the development of SOPs and provide training and communication to site personnel.
7. Familiarize yourself with and promote the 'Suir Way' and its interface with Health & Safety.
8. Report and investigate incidents, ensuring root causes are identified, mitigated, and communicated.

Is this the job for me?

• Relevant Health and Safety Diploma / Degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload according to deadlines with high attention to detail.
• Ability to influence colleagues at all levels.
• Enjoy working as part of a high-performing team.

What Suir Engineering offers in return:

• 23 days annual leave
• Company Pension contributions (no waiting periods)
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Life and Disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports, and upskilling opportunities
• Opportunities for international assignments in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to support continuous improvement:

• Empowering our people to make changes for quality installations.
• Encouraging a voice and empowerment among staff.
• Fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Delivering value at every step with efficient processes.
• Maintaining a standard, integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system.

Suir Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We value our greatest asset — our people.