H&S Advisor in Yorkshire, United Kingdom
About us
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 80 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.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a H&S Advisor to join VolkerRail Major Projects working within the Rail Electrification Alliance (REAL).
REAL is a formal contractual alliance between six collaborative and integrated organisations: Jacobs, J Murphy, Network Rail, Siemens, SYSTRA, and VolkerRail. We work in partnership, with shared goals and incentives, and aim to have an open culture based on trust.
REAL has been created to deliver two key projects - power supply upgrade of the East Coast Main Line (ECML) from London Kings Cross to Bawtry under PSU1 and the power supply upgrade from Bawtry to Portobello under PSU2.
At REAL, we aim to create a high performing collaborative culture engaging our skills, experience, expertise and energy to provide first class solutions to our customers.
Key duties will include:
- Proactively promote HSQE best practice and established accident & incident prevention strategies throughout the managerial/supervisory/workforce levels (including contractors) across the Alliance as directed by the Senior H&S Manager.
- Work with the managerial/supervisory teams across the Alliance in the implementation of H&S standards and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with the VolkerRail Group Railway Safety Certification & Principal Contractors / Rail Plant Company Operating licenses, ISO standards, current applicable legislation and other client requirements.
- Provide professional H&S advice, coaching, mentoring, training and education to management/supervisors/workforce and contractors where identified as necessary.
- In conjunction with managerial and supervisory staff manage and close out all associated investigation recommendations and remedial actions arising from accident & incident investigations. In addition, assist in the management of formal investigation recommendations and remedial actions as directed by the Senior H&S Manager.
Skill & Experience
You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
The candidate will ideally have the following experience/skill set:
- Proven experience working within a similar role.
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to operate effectively in the site environment.
- Experience with implementation of health and safety systems and processes.
- Proficient in MS office applications (Microsoft Word & Excel).
- Good communication and organisational skills
Flexibility is also essential for this role as there will be weekend working and travel.
Other
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.
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