Health and Safety Advisor

Posted 10 May 2023
Salary Market related
LocationCumbria
Job type Contract - Part Time
Job duration6 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000042573
Contact NameSam Carr

Job description

Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor
Location: West Cumbria
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to join our team and work on highway works, resurfacing, and maintenance projects in West Cumbria. The ideal candidate will have a CSCS White Card and Chartered IOSH or similar qualifications. This role is for 3 days per week work on a long term, contract basis.
Responsibilities:
·Develop, implement and monitor health and safety policies and procedures for highway works, resurfacing and maintenance projects
·Carry out site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
·Investigate and report on accidents and incidents, providing recommendations for improvement
·Provide health and safety advice and support to project teams and contractors
·Assist in the development of risk assessments and method statements
·Conduct health and safety training and toolbox talks
Requirements:
·CSCS White Card
·Chartered IOSH or similar qualification
·Previous experience in a health and safety role within the construction industry, particularly with highway works, resurfacing, and maintenance projects
·Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and regulations
·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
·Strong attention to detail
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Sam at Carrington West on 02394314911 for more information.