Health & Safety Advisor, Hampshire/ South , Hybrid, £38-42.5k + benefits + travel expenses
Do you have a Health & Safety background in construction and looking for a larger scale position?
Overview:
This role is for a housing association in the south and you would assist managers and colleagues across South with health, safety, and welfare guidance to ensure legal compliance, and advise on projects by developing, reviewing, and implementing high-risk work plans, and conduct site inspections, monitor operatives and contractors, and collaborate with health and safety leadership to continually improve safety standards and culture.
The role:
Provide expert advice on health and safety management to ensure the Group's compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, fulfilling duties as a 'Competent Person' under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Assist in developing and managing the H&S strategy and policies, ensuring regular reviews and compliance, support managers in understanding and implementing relevant regulations, ensure all projects meet legal requirements, continually improve the H&S management system, advise on general health and safety matters, investigate incidents, report findings, conduct audits and inspections, deliver training, and liaise with external bodies to maintain compliance and best practices.
The role of Health and Safety Advisor involves complex decision-making, requiring incident investigations, in-depth risk assessments, and comprehensive documentation of findings. The role ensures compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 for all projects, reviews risk assessments, and provides health and safety advice, conducting site inspections and supporting various teams. It requires autonomy, flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate others. The advisor must work closely with external bodies, manage their time efficiently, and maintain accurate records, all while ensuring high safety standards and continuous improvement.
Experience Required:
You must possess a NEBOSH National General and/or Construction Certificate (or equivalent) and be a member of IOSH, with a NEBOSH National Diploma being desirable. You should have significant experience with CDM Regulations 2015, especially in Principal Contractor/Designer roles, and extensive experience advising on construction health, safety, and welfare, particularly in occupied premises. Proficiency in IT skills, including Microsoft Office and safety systems, is essential, along with effective communication and organizational abilities. The candidate should have in-depth experience managing or advising on health and safety issues in medium to large organizations and substantial knowledge of health and safety legislation and standards. Experience with health and safety management systems like OHSAS BS: 45001:2018, social housing, producing formal reports, and developing and delivering training is desirable