Senior Health and Safety Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Advisor to ensure compliance across large-scale civil engineering projects. This role is pivotal in maintaining stringent health and safety standards on-site. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in construction or civil engineering, with a strong ability to communicate and influence site teams. You'll conduct safety inspections, lead training programs, and promote a positive safety culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, with generous accommodation provided for those staying away from home.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Accommodation Allowance

Qualifications

• Diploma level or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety required.
• Experience in civil engineering or construction practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance on health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventative measures.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Incident Investigation

Communication Skills

Training Development

Education

Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Health and Safety Advisor

Location: Buckinghamshire/Northamptonshire

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: 60k plus car allowance and generous accommodation allowance provided

About Us:

A leading civil engineering company involved in a range of large-scale infrastructure projects across the UK. This role involves working on-site, supporting project teams in meeting stringent health and safety standards.

About the Role:

As the Senior Health and Safety Advisor, you’ll be responsible for ensuring safety compliance across all aspects of the civil engineering projects. This role requires someone with hands-on experience in construction or civil engineering, capable of understanding and addressing the specific health and safety needs of this field.

Candidates who are lodging away are encouraged to apply. Generous accommodation will be provided for candidates staying away from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits on-site to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide proactive guidance and support to site teams on all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) matters
• Develop and deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and other training programs
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and accidents to determine root causes and implement preventative measures
• Assist in the development, implementation, and review of health and safety policies and risk assessments
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to promote a positive safety culture across the project

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Diploma level or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety (essential)
• Knowledge and understanding of civil engineering or construction practices
• Experience in a similar role within the civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure industry
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and educate on-site teams