Health & Safety Advisor

Edge Careers are currently looking to speak with experienced 'Health & Safety Advisors' within the construction sector.

My client is a Groundworks Contractor that predominantly works within the Residential Sector.

This role will cover Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire areas, operating within a 1 hour radius of Bedford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to come in and implement their experience and processes within the business.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare health & safety strategies and develop internal policy

- Planning and attending visiting sites

- Providing assistance with the implementation of Health & Safety policies, procedures and ensuring that all compliance with Health & Safety legislation is met

- Attending Pre-commencement meetings to proactively contribute to initial decisions made by the contract team

- Reviewing the production of risk assessments and method statements

- Conducting audits and inspections, identifying areas for improvement and helping write reports on their findings

- Promote a positive H&S culture with the company

- Identify training needs and delivering on site training including toolbox talks

- Investigate accidents and incidents

- Produce RAMS

The successful Health & Safety Advisor will have:

- Proven experience in a similar role ideally from within the Construction/Groundworks/Civils sector

- Relevant Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH / NEBOSH or other relevant statutes)

- Excellent Communication Skills, with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders

- Ability to work independently as well as contributing to a team and company strategy

- Efficient auditing / monitoring skills

- Full Driving License