Senior health and safety advisor

Senior Health and Safety (SHE) Advisor - projects across Essex, Hertfordshire and Suffolk (multisite, hybrid role) - up to £60k+package 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 construction/civil engineering/highways - sector experience