Health and Safety Advisor

Regional HSE Advisor- Rail and Civils Infrastructure.

My client is seeking a motivated and ambitious SHEQ Advisor to join their team on their busy rail framework. In this role, you will support the safe delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, including a range of exciting Civil Engineering schemes. Ideal previous experience would include working within a Rail environment- must hold a PTS card.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their expertise, take on greater responsibility and play a key role in delivering high-profile rail infrastructure projects within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

*This role will be on a hybrid set up with a mix of working from home and travel to sites.

What you'll do:

• Ensure compliance with SHE legislation, industry and company standards
• Provide advice and support management teams, employees and those working with us supporting our 100% Safe value and our Perfect Delivery philosophy
• Carry out duties set out in the companies SHE policy and procedures
• Report accurately and effectively on SHE matters
• Support and advise all company management, staff, and those working with us, in regards our action/improvement plans and measures for minimising risk
• Carry out appropriate monitoring at work locations
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and professional bodies
• Ensure compliance with company IMS management system and associated arrangements
• Contribute to the development of the SHEQ strategy and management system including review and feedback on improvements
• Understand the importance of communicating safety, health, environmental and quality issues with management teams and individuals and act accordingly
• Compile and analyse local SHE statistical information and support the development of action and improvement plans
• Monitor the SHE competencies of all staff and provide advice on any shortfalls
• Communicate effectively and regularly with other SHE staff, directors and their teams regarding all SHE matters
• Carry out SHE training in line with company requirements and employee needs
• Share learning and good practices both locally, regionally and across the company
• Maintain personal professional development regarding SHE legislation, technology and industry best practices
• Be supportive of a team-work approach to encourage cooperative working by being open and honest
• Look for opportunities and give recognition where it is due
• Constructively challenge and intervene where our 'safe' value is being compromised
• Create and maintain good relationships with regulatory authorities and other stakeholders
• Participate in the promotion of SHE programmes and schemes that may be developed on a local and regional level
• Ensure training provided by external training organisations is competent and delivered effectively to meet our objectives

What we are looking for:

• Technical or Chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) or general NEBOSH certificate
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum
• Associate member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (desirable)
• Expert knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation
• Experience in construction and civil engineering techniques in a complex and highly regulated major project environment
• Construction and civil engineering industry experience and in particular CDM requirements in the role of principal contractor
• Knowledge of risk management
• Expert knowledge of occupational health and behavioural based safety

Benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)