Health and Safety Advisor

H&S Advisor, 3 + months, Yorkshire and Hybrid, 175 - 250 per day (Inside IR35)

Your new company
Hays Construction is working alongside an established contractor with over 100 years of expertise in delivering projects across the UK. Our client is now seeking a H&S Advisor to join their company on a long-term for a minimum of 3 months, and also the possibility of a permanent position.

A multi-site project, all based locally in Yorkshire & Humber, with hybrid working.

This role is working on high speed roads and highways, so previous experience is required.

Your new role
As a H&S Advisor, you will play a key role in shaping and driving the strategic development of the department. You will help maintain and continuously improve the company's excellent health and safety, environmental and sustainability records by:

• Ensure company-wide compliance with all relevant legislation and standards across company sites
• Provide advice, support, and guidance to staff
• Act as the key point of contact for all H&S matters
• Lead the management and maintenance of H&S systems to ISO 45001 and 14001 standards, in line with construction industry-specific requirements.
• Identify, organise and, where required, deliver training
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring accurate reporting, analysis and corrective action
• Develop and oversee all SHE project plans, including Construction Phase Plans and RAMS
• Maintain accurate SHE documentation and records
• Stay informed on relevant legislative and regulatory changes
• Conduct and monitor site inspections and audits
• SHE reporting, analysis and compliance recommendations
• Promote continuous improvement in SHE performance

What you'll need to succeed

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years H&S/SHE experience within the civils sector, including Highways/Roads etc.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations and relevant ISO standards
• Strong ICT skills including Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders
• Full UK Driver's Licence
• What you'll get in return
• Career Growth:
  Develop your skills with a company committed to your professional progression
• Valued Contribution:
  Be part of an intimate, specialist team where your work makes a difference - this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a secure, expanding portfolio of projects while working with a supportive senior management team.
• Competitive Package: weekly pay, PAYE or Umbrella, 31 days holiday, possibility for extension or permanent contract.
• Split your time between home and site visits across the Yorkshire & Humber region.

What you need to do now
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