Health & Safety Advisor

The Client A leading Design & Build contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects. They have successfully completed projects across a range of sectors including Residential, Restoration / Refurbishment, Hospitality, Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical across the UK, Ireland and Europe. The Role They are seeking a Health & Safety Advisor for a project based in Cambridge. The role will report to the Project Manager and will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with policies and relevant statutory provisions. You must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted onsite. You will Be * Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System * Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment * Delivering and completing statutory notifications to the Health & Safety Authority and conducting inspector site visits as required * Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors * Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees * Assisting Site Management in compiling cost records and forecasts for all issues associated with Health & Safety including, but not limited to, contra charges, training, purchases, etc. * Organising and chairing site Safety Meetings * Reviewing sub-contractors' Safety Statements and Safety Compliance * Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements * Maintaining and communicating site Emergency Plans * Conducting preliminary accident investigations and statutory notifications, while keeping Group Safety Manager updated * Ensuring First Aiders are available and that all necessary supplies and certificates are maintained * Collating relevant information for inclusion in the Safety File in preparation for handover to the Client What you Need * NEBOSH, Diploma or Degree is essential * 2 years on site Safety Officer experience, ideally with a main contractor * Excellent written and verbal communication skills