Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor

My client a Tier 1 Construction and Civil Engineering contractor with multiple offices nationwide are seeking to employ on a permanent basis a Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor within the south coast. Working on a wide range of schemes including newbuild, 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/ civil engineering background.

Ideally, you will be based around the Hampshire/ Surrey region, with multiple projects along the South Coast. Covering up to 6 sites at once.

Key Accountabilities:

• Keep up to date with the latest HSQE requirements including legislation an 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 organizations 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 the Head of HSQE
• Liaise with insurers in respect of claims and investigations for incidents including motor related incidents.
• 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.
• Actively promote and support the Right Works programme partaking in joint reviews with divisional directors for the annual awards.

Individual Accountabilities:

• Be clear on your responsibilities and strive to deliver what is expected, taking time to think, plan, and reflect on progress.
• Actively contribute to improving our business through our Right Works programme.
• Help others to succeed and acknowledge the success of others.
• Understand your personal responsibilities to maintaining our HSQE standards.
• Understand our company policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
• Understand how your actions impact positively and negatively on our reputation.
• Allow our guiding principles to guide you in your work.
• Challenge how things are done to improve productivity.
• Exploit opportunities to learn.
• Challenge behaviour that does not create an inclusive environment.

About You:

• Previous experience within the civils/ construction sectors.
• NEBOSH general certificate, or equivalent CEnv, or equivalent
• Extensive experience within a civil engineering environment
• Effective communicator with strong presentation and report writing skills Client facing experience
• Analytical skills to interpret detailed information and regulations
• High standard of written English
• Ability to work to and meet tight deadlines
• Good communication skills, including professional telephone manner
• Ability to liaise with staff and operatives at all levels
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office package
• CSCS Safety Professional card
• Ability to work as a member of a team, but also capable of working alone
• High quality standards, e.g. attention to detail Ability to lead by/set a good example
• A passion for Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

Benefits:

My client is prepared to offer a very attractive and comprehensive benefits package by offering a comprehensive 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
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

For more information please contact Claire Spiers at Fawkes & Reece (South) on or email