Health And Safety Advisor

Our client is a major Building and Civil Engineering Contractor operating throughout the UK

They now have a requirement for an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join their team in the London area where you will be involved in a number of exciting construction projects.

Reporting to the Head of Health and Safety, the Health and Safety Advisor will provide support and guidance to the project team.

Responsibilities

Promotion of their health and safety ethos and culture at all levels within the Company and with their Subcontractors.

Ensure working practices are safe and comply with relevant legislation.

Review Subcontractor documentation including safe systems of works.

Assist in the preparation of health and safety strategies and in the development of internal policies and procedures.

Lead and deliver health & safety initiatives.

Assist in the in-house training of managers and employees.

Carry out regular site inspections to ensure policies and procedures are being fully implemented.

Carry out accident / incident investigations.

The Individual

The successful Health and Safety Advisor will possess the following essential qualities:

Professionally qualified within Health and Safety field (NEBOSH/NCRQ, BSc or MSc in Safety).

Proven track record as an operational Health and Safety Advisor within the Construction industry.

Thorough knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation.

Accident and incident investigation experience.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work as part of a team and to positively influence others.

IT literate.

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