Senior Health and Safety Advisor - Reading - £50k-£60k+package - (Thames Valley region -Reading base but multi-site across the region) - civil engineering/utilities projects
Key responsibilities
-On a day to day basis provide guidance and advice to the business on compliance with statutory requirements and company standards using Guidance and Observation visits
-To respond to requests for advice which fall within the job holders area of expertise, through discussion with the SHE Manager, and others where appropriate
-Undertaking risk assessments relating to SHE.
-Proactively working with operational teams during the project lifecycle to ensure that SHE is considered at all stages and that relevant control measures are identified
-Assisting the business with the implementation of the OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards
-Undertaking 'active' monitoring of company projects using the monitoring system
-Highlighting areas where poor practice and/or significant risk have occurred.
-Investigating incidents and producing detailed factual reports identifying root causes and recommendations for improvement
-Liaising with enforcing authorities as necessary
-Assisting the SHE Manager in the preparation, review and updating of policies and procedures relating to the management of SHE
-Working with senior managers and/or directors on the development and implementation of divisional level strategies for improvement
-Keeping up to date with new legislation and best practices in the industry through regular reading of journals and relevant website/ site visits
Raise awareness on SHE and sustainability issues through toolbox talks and briefings, delivering training where necessary.
Qualifications/Experience
NEBOSH Construction/general cert (minimum)
NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ L5 in OHAS (desired)
Relevant experience of working as part of a SHE team
Providing proactive support to operational business units
Up to date knowledge of UK legislation in relation to SHE Operation of an OHSAS 18001 and/or ISO 14001 based system
Relevant construction sector experience
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Anderselite
Posted 4 hours ago, valid for 15 days
Three Mile Cross, Berkshire RG7, England
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Senior Health and Safety Advisor is based in Reading and offers a salary range of £50k-£60k plus additional benefits.
- The role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in health and safety within the civil engineering or utilities sectors.
- Key responsibilities include providing guidance on compliance, conducting risk assessments, and assisting with the implementation of OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards.
- The advisor will also investigate incidents, produce reports, and raise awareness of SHE and sustainability issues through training and briefings.
- Candidates should possess at least a NEBOSH Construction/general certificate, with a NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ L5 in OHSAS being desirable.
