Lead Health and Safety Advisor

Our Water contractor client are seeking a qualified Lead Health & Safety Advisor to join their Anglian Water contract team based out of Wellingborough.

You will be working as part of the alliance to lead Health, Safety & Welfare strategy and ensure delivery is monitored, managed and assured.

You will inspire and help busy operational teams execute their work consistently, using "best in class" health and safety practices.

Our client is seeking practical H&S solutions and helpful advice delivered in a style that motivates. You'll be encouraged to create communications strategies which resonate and inspire.

Responsibilities

• Managing and executing site inspections
• Advising on and setting Operational team safety objectives
• Supporting and undertaking investigations into accidents and incidents
• Assessing external environments for safe working
• Identifying any gaps in the H&S management system; recommending improvements
• Developing and implementing new initiatives or sharing best practice with colleagues
• Advising on and communicating new working practices in line with any new legislative requirements or best practice
• Carrying out ABC tours (Attitude, Behaviours and Culture)
• Actively encouraging Safety Observations and Hazard Reporting

Skills/experience/qualifications

• Exceptional communications skills and originality as well as H&S expertise are all essential
• Innovative approach to H&S problem solving, along with significant experience in a H&S advisory role, underpinned by a thorough understanding of current HSE legislation.
• A NEBOSH Construction Certification or equivalent i.e., HNC in Construction as a minimum
• Chartered IOSH Membership
• A full UK Driving licence is also required.

Benefits

• Strong base salary (call to discuss)
• Company pension, healthcare
• Holiday allowance starting at 24-26days per annum
• Hybrid/flexible working across Anglian Water region (Wellingborough base)
• Car allowance/car provision