Health & Safety Advisor

Omexom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Birmingham seeks a Health & Safety Advisor to coordinate safety matters across various projects. Responsibilities include promoting safety initiatives, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certification, strong IT skills, and experience in the contracting environment. This role requires flexibility and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Competitive compensation and opportunities for travel are offered.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in the utility/contracting environment.
• Strong communication skills at operational and management levels.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and promote health and safety initiatives.
• Conduct incident investigations and H&S audits.
• Assist with project compliance with CDM 2015.

Skills

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Strong IT Skills

Experience in compiling H&S plans

Education

NEBOSH general/construction certificate

IOSH Environmental training

HND / Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Health & Safety Advisor

Reporting to

Regional Manager

Business Unit

GGP

Purpose of the Position

A Health and Safety Advisor is required by the Omexom’s GGP Framework to be responsible for co-ordinating, promoting and advising on all H&S matters, covering a range of projects, ensuring that the highest standards of operational safety are maintained at all times.

Responsibilities & Duties

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a role model in the approach to all safety, health related matters, thereby supporting the business in developing the culture within the project teams.

• Participate and promote relevant Safety campaigns/initiatives.

• Carry out incident/accident investigation and H&S inspections/audits.

• Assist in the collection, monitoring and distribution of relevant Health & Safety information and accident statistics for internal and external reporting

• Assist in training relating to Omexom and client Safety procedures and practices.

• Represent Omexom at H&S meetings and other events.

• Develop and compile Construction Phase Plans & Health and Safety Files, review Pre-Construction Information.

• Assist with the development and compilation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements for Omexom operations.

• Assist the project teams in reviewing sub-contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statement

• Ensure project compliance with CDM 2015

• Assist with the H&S support of project PQQs and tendering activities

The post requires a considerable degree of commitment, flexibility and adaptability to achieve business objectives, meet client expectations and work deadlines within a demanding business.

It is essential that the jobholder is a focused self-starter with the enthusiasm, motivation and the initiative to succeed in this role.

The jobholder must possess

• A sound working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations and guidance (and their impact on day-to-day operational activities), gained from a role within a utility / contracting environment.

• A NEBOSH general/construction certificate

• IOSH Environmental training – or equivalent

• Knowledge of electrical networks and associated plant and equipment, gained from previous relevant experience.

• Experience in compiling project H&S plans and documentation

• Experience in managing compliance with CDM 2015

• Strong IT Skills with the ability to utilise Microsoft office package.

• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence others at both an operational and management level.

• A full clean driving license

Desirable

• Experience in the transmission/distribution electricity industry and knowledge of transmission network construction.

• Experience of interfacing with external customers to ensure our employees adhere to their safety procedures, policies, and work practices to the full satisfaction of the client company.

• A sound working knowledge in the application and monitoring of, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.

• HND / Degree in a relevant discipline and / or additional safety related qualifications or membership of relevant professional body.

General

This role will be based in Birmingham regional offices, but the successful candidate must be willing to travel on a regular basis to meet project and business requirements.

Values

In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities:

• Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.

• Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

• Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high-quality results.

• Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.