Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves providing expert guidance on Health & Safety practices across multiple projects, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. You will play a crucial part in maintaining high standards and supporting the development of innovative solutions that prioritize wellbeing. If you are passionate about creating safe work environments and have a strong background in construction safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, especially large commercial projects.
• Ability to obtain security clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach on Health & Safety Management System implementation.
• Monitor project activities and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Coaching

Project Management

Communication

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Technician grade membership of IOSH

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Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor, Gloucester

Location: Gloucester, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b0b7c20b1465

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

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Description and requirements

We are seeking a Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager to join our Building team based in Tewkesbury. The role involves providing functional Health & Safety advice, guidance, and coaching to Project Teams. You will support multiple projects as needed to assist the resident H&S Managers.

Established in the UK in 2000, Skanska employs over 3,300 experts delivering projects in sectors including real estate, defence, education, highways, rail, and water. Our Building team has created inspiring workplaces such as Norton Folgate in London and Unity Place in Swindon. We aim to create innovative and sustainable solutions supporting healthy living beyond our lifetime.

This role is key to establishing and maintaining high Health and Safety standards and fostering an Injury-Free Environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising, guiding, and coaching personnel on the implementation of the Health & Safety Management System (HSMS)
• Maintaining the Health & Safety competence matrix under the supervision of the Project Manager / Director
• Supporting the development and implementation of the Construction Phase Plan / Project Execution Plan
• Monitoring project activities, trade contractors, designers, suppliers, and assisting the Procurement Team
• Liaising with trade contractors, designers, suppliers, clients, enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders
• Supporting business development by completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ) and tender enquiries as directed

Qualifications and experience:

• Previous experience in construction, particularly in multi-storey large commercial, mixed-use projects, or schools
• Ability to obtain security clearance
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Technician grade membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH) or higher
• Working towards chartered membership of IOSH – CMIOSH