Health and Safety Advisor

Morson Talent is proud to partner with a leading client in the Samlesbury area to recruit their next Health and Safety Advisor.

Duration: 12 Months

Location: BB2 7LF, Samlesbury

Rates: £24.78 PAYE
£32.21 Umbrella

Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor 

Location: Samlesbury

Job Description:
The right candidate will have a proven track record of providing health, safety and environmental support within the construction industry. They will be a high calibre individual, well qualified, with excellent motivation, personal communication, and IT skills, with the ability manage their own diary to provide suitable support.
Key Responsibility Areas:

What you’ll be doing:
• Undertaking comprehensive Health & Safety inspections and audits on construction sites within a number of environments, ensuring compliance with regulations, standards.
• Reviewing Construction Phase Plans, Method Statements & Risk Assessments and supporting engineers in developing practical risk solutions in response to the findings.
• Providing expert advice and guidance to clients and project teams on Construction Health & Safety, ensuring compliance with industry requirements.
• Collaborating closely with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and a collaborative approach to safety.
• Promoting awareness and enhance the safety culture.
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends, changes in legislation, and emerging best practices, incorporating them into our services and providing innovative solutions.

The Individual Requirements:
Your skills and experience:
Essential:
• A minimum of 2 years experience in Construction Health & Safety, with a proven track record in delivering services in a similar role.
• NEBOSH (Construction) or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety, additionally hold a Tech IOSH qualification or above, demonstrating a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise in Construction Health & Safety.
• Thorough understanding of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
• Excellent all-round knowledge of Construction HSE, Permit to Work, work at height, asbestos management and accident/ incident prevention and investigation is essential.

Additional Information:
Desirable:
• Strong analytical skills, enabling the identification of potential hazards and the development of practical risk management strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships and effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Health & Safety management systems and software
• Experience with CHAS, Safe Contractor, or similar construction accreditation schemes.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.