Health & Safety Advisor

Deanston Cooper is currently recruiting for a Health & Advisor to work for one of Scotland's best regarded civil engineering contractors who work on a range of projects including wind farms, BESS, infrastructure, roads, earthworks and substations. Initial project is based in Dunbar with future projects all in the Lothian & Borders area. 

Your duties as Health & Safety Advisor will include:

• Coaching and actively supporting and advising employees including line management and Safety Reps. in complying with company H&S policy and management system and UK legislation.
• Assisting with incident investigation, analysis and learning associated with H&S related events.
• Supporting the implementation & roll out of any H&S relevant continuous improvement activities across area operations i.e. policies and procedures for continuous improvement activities
• Assisting in the delivery & assurance of suitable and sufficient risk assessment as required by legislation
• Reviewing and interpreting current and future HSE demands in connection with business requirements and pending legislation
• Providing specialist advice and support to senior management regarding the management of workplace hazards, risks and environmental compliance
• Ensuring effective communication between Managers, Employees and HSE Department
• Ensuring HSE Programs are consistent with company policies and procedures
• Actively following and promoting the Company HSE policies and liaising with employees, visitors, internal stakeholders, regulators, customers, contractors and consultants as necessary to ensure they are aware of their obligation in complying with HSE Standards
• Conducting site HSE inspections and following up on findings
• Maintaining up-to-date information and knowledge on new developments in the area of Safety, Health, Environment and Loss Prevention.

Applications for the role of Health & Safety Advisor are welcome from candidates who:

• Are qualified as a minimum to NEBOSH level
• Have previous experience working as an HSE Advisor for a civil engineering or building contractor
• Have excellent communication and report writing skills