Health & Safety Advisor in National, United Kingdom
Company Information
VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.
As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 70 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.
Job Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a H&S Advisor to join VolkerRail Major Projects working in the Rail Electrification Alliance (REAL) responsible for the delivery of East Coast Main Line Power Supply Upgrade Project.
- Proactively promote H&S best practice and established accident & incident prevention strategies throughout the managerial/supervisory/workforce levels (including contractors) as directed by the Senior H&S Manager.
- Work with the managerial/supervisory teams within the project in the implementation of H&S standards and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with QUENSH requirements, ISO standards, current applicable legislation and other client requirements.
- Undertake regular HSQE inspections to monitor compliance of the above standards and statutory requirements during the delivery of the project.
- Provide professional H&S advice, coaching, mentoring, training and education to management/supervisors/workforce and contractors where identified as necessary.
- Ensure H&S coordination of activities during planning of works by attending project specific progress review and construction meetings
- In conjunction with managerial and supervisory staff manage and close out all associated investigation recommendations and remedial actions arising from accident & incident investigations.
- Review and provide professional safety advice in the production of Method Statements, SSIs, risk assessments, work instructions, etc.
- Attend client meeting and safety forums as directed by the H&S Manager.
Job Requirements
You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working within a similar role. The candidate will also ideally have the following Experience/skill set:
- Previous experience in an H&S role.
- Ideally Have working knowledge of both rail and civil engineering interfaces and practices.
- Ability to prioritise and manage a diverse workload.
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
- Accident Investigation training.
- CDM 2015 knowledge.
- Knowledge of OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension, performance related pay, and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.
Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.
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