EHS Advisor

PURPOSE:
The EHS Advisor will be responsible for overseeing and leading the EHS procedures for all operations to ensure the required standards are being achieved and maintained.
 
KEY SKILLS & DUTIES:
• Ensuring adherence to the company’s EHS Management system, and to relevant statutory provisions and legislation.
• Providing EH&S support to project teams and liaising with clients / PSCS on all EHS matters. Supporting and mentoring all staff on health and safety matters.
• Monitoring health and safety performance on site. Completing health and safety inspections (via Safety Culture), ensuring standards are maintained and that any remedial actions are being addressed.
• Ensuring their H&S documentation is sufficient, e.g. reviewing RA/MS, lift plans, etc.
• Participate in accident/incident investigations, report writing and follow-up on corrective actions. Liaising with statutory authorities when required, e.g. HSA.
• Ensuring that statutory inspections are completed and filed away (hard copies and electronically on project SharePoint system).
• Assisting in the production of method statements and risk assessments for site works. Reviewing RA/MS for high-risk works.
• Devising key EHS documentation, such as H&S Plans, Site Waste Management Plans, etc.
• Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed, monitoring of compliance with Site Rules.
• Promoting regular safety initiatives and hazard reporting scheme.
• Reviewing training needs and identifying courses where necessary. Completing in-house training, e.g. inductions, safety presentations, toolbox talks with site staff.
• Fire safety control measures are in place and maintained and emergency drills are completed.
• Attending meetings such as site H&S, safety committee, high-risk workshops, etc.
• Ensuring PPE is resourced, available and issued to staff.
• Assisting in any safety or wellbeing initiatives implemented by company.
• Providing data for management of objectives / KPIs, EHS reports, etc.
• Updating forms and templates for inclusion on the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure waste reduction and recycling programmes are maintained in line with company policies and procedures.
• Assisting with occupational health requirements, e.g. assist with return-to-work management, drug and alcohol testing, noise, dust and vibration assessments, etc.
• Welfare and hygiene facilities are in place, managed and maintained.
• Any other duties and responsibilities of a similar level and nature may be required from time to time.
 
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a construction health and safety role, preferably with civil engineering experience.
• Formal qualification in health and safety –Diploma level as a minimum.
• Trained in Safepass, manual handling and occupational first aid. Manual handling and abrasive wheels instructor preferable.
• In-depth knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• High attention to detail and able to maintain accurate records with experience with writing concise/accurate documentation.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with little direction or direct supervision.
• Ability to self-motivate and proactively drive work agenda.
• Ability to work flexibly to ensure deadlines are met.
• The candidate must demonstrate a strong personality with the determination required to drive the development of a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the company.