Health and Safety Advisor

Regional HSE Advisor- Rail and Civils Infrastructure.

My client is seeking a motivated and ambitious SHEQ Advisor to join their team on their busy rail framework. In this role, you will support the safe delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, including a range of exciting Civil Engineering schemes. Ideal previous experience would include working within a Rail environment- must hold a PTS card.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their expertise, take on greater responsibility and play a key role in delivering high-profile rail infrastructure projects within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

*This role will be on a hybrid set up with a mix of working from home and travel to sites.

What you'll do:

Ensure compliance with SHE legislation, industry and company standards
Provide advice and support management teams, employees and those working with us supporting our 100% Safe value and our Perfect Delivery philosophy
Carry out duties set out in the companies SHE policy and procedures
Report accurately and effectively on SHE matters
Support and advise all company management, staff, and those working with us, in regards our action/improvement plans and measures for minimising risk
Carry out appropriate monitoring at work locations
Liaise with regulatory authorities and professional bodies
Ensure compliance with company IMS management system and associated arrangements
Contribute to the development of the SHEQ strategy and management system including review and feedback on improvements
Understand the importance of communicating safety, health, environmental and quality issues with management teams and individuals and act accordingly
Compile and analyse local SHE statistical information and support the development of action and improvement plans
Monitor the SHE competencies of all staff and provide advice on any shortfalls
Communicate effectively and regularly with other SHE staff, directors and their teams regarding all SHE matters
Carry out SHE training in line with company requirements and employee needs
Share learning and good practices both locally, regionally and across the company
Maintain personal professional development regarding SHE legislation, technology and industry best practices
Be supportive of a team-work approach to encourage cooperative working by being open and honest
Look for opportunities and give recognition where it is due
Constructively challenge and intervene where our 'safe' value is being compromised
Create and maintain good relationships with regulatory authorities and other stakeholders
Participate in the promotion of SHE programmes and schemes that may be developed on a local and regional level
Ensure training provided by external training organisations is competent and delivered effectively to meet our objectivesWhat we are looking for:

Technical or Chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) or general NEBOSH certificate
Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum
Associate member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (desirable)
Expert knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation
Experience in construction and civil engineering techniques in a complex and highly regulated major project environment
Construction and civil engineering industry experience and in particular CDM requirements in the role of principal contractor
Knowledge of risk management
Expert knowledge of occupational health and behavioural based safetyBenefits:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)