TwoScore is supporting a leading UK construction contractor in the appointment of a Health & Safety Advisor to support the delivery of construction projects and promote high standards of Health & Safety across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established contractor delivering high-quality workplace environments for a diverse client base. Working closely with project management and site delivery teams, the successful candidate will provide practical Health & Safety support, conduct site inspections and help maintain a proactive safety culture across a varied portfolio of fast-paced projects.
The Key Responsibilities of the Health & Safety Advisor:
- Provide practical Health & Safety advice and guidance to site management and project delivery teams.
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews across commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.
- Identify potential hazards, unsafe working practices and areas for improvement, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
- Support the preparation and review of risk assessments, method statements and construction phase plans.
- Assist project teams with pre-construction Health & Safety requirements and project-specific risk management.
- Support accident and incident investigations, identifying root causes and contributing to preventative measures.
- Deliver toolbox talks, site safety briefings and Health & Safety inductions where required.
- Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with company policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
- Maintain accurate Health & Safety records, inspection reports and associated project documentation.
- Work closely with site managers, contractors and clients to promote a positive and proactive safety culture.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of company Health & Safety management systems and procedures.
The Health & Safety Advisor will have:
- A NEBOSH Construction Certificate, NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
- Previous Health & Safety experience within the construction industry
- A good understanding of UK construction Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations 2015.
- Experience conducting site inspections, audits and reviewing construction risk assessments and method statements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with site teams and contractors.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach to Health & Safety.
- The ability to work independently while maintaining strong relationships with operational teams.
- Membership of IOSH or a commitment towards professional development would be advantageous.