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Health and Safety Officer
Permanent role
Morpeth ( Newcastle Upon Tyne)
£42k approx per annum plus package
Our client is currently searching for a Health & Safety Adviser to oversee H&S functions within the business.
They are an established construction contractor who undertake the refurbishment of varied projects throughout the commercial, governmental, education, medical, local authority industries, working across the North and Yorkshire area.
The Health & Safety Adviser will provide ongoing health and safety support to site-based operations, including the production of construction phase health and safety plans, risk assessments and methods statements.
Working closely with site management teams, technicians, and client safety teams, you will champion HSEQ initiatives monitoring site safety performance ensuring compliance with ISO45001 Safety, Quality and Environment Management systems, company policies and procedures. Additionally, You Will Conduct frequent site visits providing health and safety guidance whilst supporting/encouraging good site safety practice.
Prepare and provide advice on construction phase plans.
Perform accident / incident reports and investigations, implementing preventative measures through continuous improvement to process and operating procedures. Support the company induction process rolling out training to new starters.
Conduct regular refresher training sessions and maintaining accurate training records. Compile statistics and reports as part of monthly performance reviews.
Organise and deliver health and safety meetings and training courses for employees. Liaise with group and relevant external health and safety authorities.
Keep up to date with latest developments including legislative developments relating to health and safety at work.
The Successful Applicant Will Be Passionate about Health, Safety, Environment & Quality An effective communicator at all levels with client facing experience.
Desirable Qualifications
NEBOSH general certificate, or equivalent
CSCS Professional card First aid