HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.
Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.
Current Opportunity: Health and Safety Advisor
Location:
Based in Birmingham - the Central Region runs from the east of Birmingham into the city centre, comprising Sublot Delta, 1B, 4 and 5S. More than 50% of the structures within IPT Area North are located in the Central Region. This region, which covers a complex urban environment, also includes the 3.5 mile twin bore Bromford Tunnel. It also includes Interchange Station, as well as crossing three major highways (A45, M6 and M42).
Role description:
• Support the Sublot H&S Manager.
• Provide advice and support on all health and safety related issues to colleagues on site.
• Advise on project compliance with the BBV health and safety management system and relevant UK legislation such as CDM, Work at Height etc.
• Attend site daily to positively engage with colleagues and supply chain regarding health and safety matters.
• Complete documented site inspections and joint inspections with suppliers.
• Support project and construction colleagues to deliver safety briefings and safety presentations.
• Review of safe systems of work such as Risk Assessments and Method Statements where a formal health and safety review is required.
• Provide support and advice to accident and incident investigations and ensure that the HS2 reporting database is updated,
• Undertake health and safety evaluations of supplier bids alongside procurement team colleagues.
• Produce safety communications such as Lessons Learned after incidents have occurred and other briefings and toolbox talks.
• Work closely with colleagues in teams such as Traffic Management and Community Engagement to find resolution to any issues arising.
• Provide advice and support to Sublot Facilities colleagues on health and safety issues connected to Facilities Management and building related issues including fire and security.
• Work closely with the H&S Admin team to provide required information.
Essential Experience:
• Previous experience in Construction Health and Safety, ideally including major construction projects with similar themes to HS2.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
Why Join Us:
Car/car allowance
Flexible working options
Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)
Family-friendly policies
Excellent pension & healthcare
Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations
About Us
Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.
Flexible Working
We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.