H & S Advisor

Blue Water Recruitment are recruiting for a H & S Advisor to work for a Civils Company in Newport.

This role suits individuals passionate about workplace safety with a keen eye for identifying hazards. Prospective Health and Safety Officers should possess excellent analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organisation, and a meticulous approach to compliance and record-keeping. A proactive attitude towards promoting health and safety practices is essential.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Developing policies

Creating and implementing health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines

• Training

Providing safety training and information to workers and management

• Inspecting sites

Regularly checking construction sites to ensure safety measures are in place

• Investigating incidents

Managing emergency situations, investigating accidents, and preparing reports

• Liaising with regulators

Working with relevant inspectors and trade unions, such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

• Ensuring compliance

Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice

• Advising on specialist areas

Advising on fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery, and occupational diseases

• Regulatory Knowledge

In-depth understanding of health and safety legislation, guidelines, and best practices relevant to the construction industry.

• Risk Management

Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards effectively.

• Communication

Strong interpersonal and communication skills for training staff, liaising with management, and coordinating with regulatory bodies.

• Attention to Detail

Meticulous nature to ensure all safety measures are comprehensively implemented and maintained.

• Problem-Solving

Capacity to devise and implement practical solutions in response to safety challenges.

Requirements:

• Nebosh Construction
• NVQ Level 6 (desirable)
• IOSH Member Grad (desirable)

If you are interested in this position, please contact Nia Monk at Blue Water Recruitment.