To run an outstanding Health, Safety and Environmental focus throughout the Company, working alongside all departments to ensure all legislation, compliance and standards are strictly adhered to.
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.The Health and Safety Advisor will work closely with the team and the Director to drive the companies’ health and safety strategies in line with the overall site objectives.Training towards becoming jointly accountable for the Health & Safety Department and the measurement, management and implementation of all relevant policies, procedures and compliances.Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesSupport/Assist the department in the following:Develop, implement and monitor the HS&E accreditations such as ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 across the companyDevelop, implement and monitor the HS&E strategy across all branches and operational sitesEngaging across sites, implementing health and safety policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislationProvide exceptional support to our varied project teams on all HS&E issuesIdentify possible operational risks or opportunities, and work with project teams to ensure an appropriate and effective responseKeeping up to date with current Health and Safety legislation and best practiceReviewing the production of risk assessments and method statements and answering any health and safety related queriesAdvise on fire regulations, noise, and occupational healthLiaise with external bodies in relation to health, safety and environmental issuesSupport the development of a strong Health and Safety focused culture across the Company and promote good safety behaviours.The development of briefing and communication strategies to ensure that the Health and Safety plan and important information is understood and operated by all employees and subcontractorsWorking closely with the Director to ensure the organisation’s H&S strategy is implemented successfullyBringing new and creative thinking to the business whilst still maintaining exceptional H&S standardsConducting training, toolbox talks, inductions and investigating incidents and accidents where requiredUndertaking audits and inspections of sites, identifying areas for improvement, and reporting on the findings.Able to comply with all GDPR regulationsAny other duties as required by the Director and Board of DirectorsThe above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected of the Assistant Health & Safety Advisor. It should be noted that the duties and responsibilities might not include or be limited to the information given above as these may vary from time to time, depending on the contracts in hand and in accordance with the Directors discretion.This is a full time position and hours of work will be 42 hours per week.07:45hrs to 17:15hrs Monday – Thursday07:45hrs to 16:45hrs FridayThis may also involve daily travel and possible working away and out of hours site inspections from time to time as deemed necessary for the needs of the business.We undertake contracts and projects for varied companies that require our employees to undertake various clearances along with an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service clearance.Person SpecificationEssential RequirementsNEBOSH Diploma qualification or other relevant H&S qualificationsExcellent communication skillsCompetent in the use of a range of IT packagesSelf-motivated and proactivePositive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the teamGood organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlinesYou must hold a full current UK driving licenceSuccessful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, Prison CTC clearance and Enhanced Police clearanceDesirable RequirementsKnowledge of CDM regulations and key areas of constructionNEBOSH EnvironmentalIOSH QualificationsSMSTSPersonal CompetenciesAble to adapt communication skills to maintain and manage a variety of situations.Present a profession image and promote the Princebuild brand.Plan and prioritise personal objectives along with the Company’s priorities.Understand the needs of the Company, client and colleagues and responds appropriately to required needs.Make well informed, effective and timely decisions even when faced with unpleasant consequences and the perceived impact these decisions has on others.Encourage others to develop themselves and act as a role model.Ability to adapt to a changing environment.Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team.Encourages and develops ideas and innovations for current or new situations.Commercial awareness and understanding of the Construction process.Remains resilient when under pressure and encourages optimism. xwwtmva Aware of own impact on others and takes peoples’ feelings and needs into consideration.BenefitsCompany vehicle plus fuel cardIT Package including mobile phone and laptopCorporate clothing21 days holiday plus all bank holidaysAdditional holiday awarded after 2 years’ of continuous serviceContinuous training and developmentExcellent opportunities for career progressionHealth & wellbeing support from qualified Mental Health First AidersGenerous long service awards schemeEmployee Profit Share SchemeWe are an Equal Opportunities and Investors in People Accredited CompanyGreat variety of social events and charity work organised by the Company throughout the year…