H&S Advisor

Health and Safety Advisor

Location:�Ardersier, Inverness �

Contract Type:�Contract / Permanent �

Salary:��

• Contract:��250-�300 per day �


• Permanent:��45,000 - �50,000 per annum + Digs, Company Car and Fuel Card �

Reporting To:�Senior Health and Safety Manager

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Key Objectives

As a Health and Safety Advisor, your primary goal is to promote, advise, train, and consult on all aspects of health, safety, and environmental issues within a construction environment. You will work closely with the Senior Health and Safety Manager to ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and foster a safe working environment for all staff.

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Key Skills�

• Professional, honest, and resilient attitude �


• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to challenge when necessary�


• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging at all levels of the client organisation �


• High attention to detail and uncompromising standards in safety �


• Proficient in IT for reporting, documentation, and safety systems �


• A commitment to a Behavioural Safety Culture and Attitude (BSS)

Qualifications

• Level 3 NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate�(Essential) �


• CSCS Card�(Essential) �


• Behavioural Safety Training�(Desirable) �


• Temporary Works Awareness�(Desirable) �


• Lifting Operations Training (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance:�Prevent injuries and damage to plant and equipment. Ensure compliance with legal and company health, safety, and welfare requirements
  
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• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):�Ensure the correct provision and use of PPE across site operations
  
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• Inspections & Audits:�Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to ensure adherence to safety standards, statutory codes of practice, and method statements
  
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• Health & Safety Documentation:�Assist in preparing method statements, safety rules, and safety reports, and maintain accurate records and statistics
  
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• Training & Inductions:�Support in delivering site inductions, toolbox talks, task briefings, and method statement reviews
  
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• Incident Investigation:�Assist in investigating accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences. Make recommendations to prevent recurrence and ensure accurate record-keeping
  
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• Safety Protocols & Client Requirements:�Help develop and implement safety protocols, ensuring they meet client requirements
  
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• Legislative Updates:�Stay informed on the latest safety legislation, codes of practice, and safety literature, and ensure all team members are updated
  
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• Environmental Awareness:�Ensure the site adheres to environmental policies and objectives, contributing to sustainable construction practices. �


• Professional Interaction:�Maintain communication with professional safety bodies and keep the team informed of industry best practices.

Please contact **GS3 Recruitment** for further details and to apply.