My client a Tier 1 Construction contractor with multiple offices nationwide are seeking to employ on a permanent basis a Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor within the Southwest. Working on a wide range of schemes including new-build, refurbishment & extension build projects for both private and public sector clients, projects ranging from £100K - £500M.

They are seeking to employ on a permanent basis a HSE Advisor with a solid construction background.

Ideally, you will be based around the Somerset region, with plenty of project pipeline across the Southwest.

Key Accountability's:

• Keep up to date with the latest HSQE requirements including legislation and best practice.
• Provide support to the directors and management teams in all aspects of HSQE setting the highest standards by personal example.
• Ensure Site Management is aware of and provided with up-to-date HSQE documentation
• Advise and propose on policy and procedure amendment as required to meet the changing needs of the company and continual improvement.
• Represent the company to clients and other external parties including the relevant enforcement agencies.
• Assist in the facilitation of external audits to external certification organisations and other external bodies.
• Assist with HSQE requirements at pre-qualification and bid stages.
• Assist with the preparation of risk assessments and method statements where appropriate for the project teams.
• Conduct HSQE Audits and Inspections on sites and for premises.
• Investigate accidents and incidents preparing detailed reports with recommendations as directed by your line manager.
• Assist with the preparation of various HSQE Awareness briefings, toolbox talks, alerts etc. in line with operational requirements.
• Attend meetings both internal and external to represent the HSQE team as appropriate.

Individual Accountability's:

• Understand your personal responsibilities to maintaining the HSE standards.
• Understand company policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
• Understand how your actions impact positively and negatively on the reputation of the business.
• Challenge how things are done to improve productivity.

About You:

• Previous experience within the civils/ construction sector.
• NEBOSH general certificate, or equivalent CEnv, or equivalent.
• Effective communicator both written and verbal.
• Analytical skills to interpret detailed information and regulations.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office package.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, but also capable of working alone.
• Maintain a high standard of quality throughout work produced.

Benefits:

My client is prepared to offer a very attractive and comprehensive benefits package including a range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
• A wide range of corporate discounts.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan.

For more information, please contact Claire Spiers at Fawkes & Reece in our Southampton office on 07749578588 or email [email protected]