Health & Safety Advisor

Your new company

My client is a leading provider of logistics, rail, construction, and maintenance solutions. With a rich history dating back to the early 1900s, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional service through their extensive network of logistics depots, rail terminals, and construction sites across the UK. Their commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drives them to continually improve and expand their services. They have over 2000 employees and pride themselves on being a close-knit, family-run business with an extremely low turnover.

Your new role

As a Health & Safety Advisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing a safe workplace without risk to health.
• Providing advice and support to all areas of the business.
• Helping the manager to manage and develop the H&S department, including training and supervising H&S staff.
• Ensuring compliance with all current H&S legislation and best practices.
• Acting as the main H&S regulatory liaison, communicating with relevant bodies (customers, HSE, etc.).
• Conducting regular H&S audits of all construction sites and implementing necessary measures from audits/assessments.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience as a Health & Safety Advisor, preferably within the real estate or construction industry.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures, including local, state, and federal laws.
• Proficiency in data analysis and risk assessment to identify potential hazards and implement effective control measures.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation skills to ensure compliance and identify safety risks.
• Excellent communication and advisory skills to effectively liaise with management, employees, and regulatory bodies.
• Certification in occupational health and safety, such as NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent.
• A degree in safety management or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to deliver training sessions and briefings to help employees understand safe working practices.
• Experience in investigating accidents or near misses and developing strategies to prevent reoccurrence.
• Capability to create and update health and safety policies to ensure compliance with regulations.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will get:

• Attractive salary package.
• Great benefits.
• Excellent career path and training.
• Central Belt projects.

What you need to do now


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