Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) Advisor - Chesterfield
Permanent Role - Competitive Salary, Dependent on Experience
Are you passionate about creating safe and sustainable work environments? Do you have a proven track record in promoting health, safety, and environmental best practices within the construction sector? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference in a growing company.
About the Company
My client is a well-established organisation in the construction industry, committed to delivering high-quality projects with a strong emphasis on health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. As part of their ongoing commitment to safety, they are looking for a dedicated SHEQ Advisor to join their Chesterfield-based team.
The Role and Responsibilities
As the SHEQ Advisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring the company maintains a high standard of health, safety, and environmental performance across multiple sites. You will be working closely with various departments, providing essential advice and support to enhance health and safety protocols throughout the region. Your key responsibilities will include:
 
·Promoting a positive Health & Safety culture within the company by giving professional advice and arranging training, such as toolbox talks.
·Investigating and reporting all accidents and near misses.
·Providing a detailed monthly safety report to the Group SHEQ Advisor.
·Staying up to date with legislative changes and advising where necessary.
·Assisting with the implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental objectives in the workplace.
·Conducting regular office and site safety & environmental inspections and submitting reports.
·Advising on risk assessments and proposed safe methods of work.
·Supporting in the assessment of subcontractor competency and their workforce.
·Assisting with safety audits and ensuring they are carried out annually.
·Promoting the internal Observation App and encouraging its use.
·Offering guidance and support to site management teams, motivating them to uphold safety standards.
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Must Have Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need:
·A strong understanding of ISO 14001 & 45001 systems, and experience with internal audits.
·In-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations, the Health and Safety at Work Act, and associated legislation.
·Previous experience in a similar SHEQ role within the construction industry.
·NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals (or at least the National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety).
·Membership with IOSH (CertIOSH or CMIOSH).
·A valid CSCS White-Yellow / Black Card and a Full UK Driver's Licence.
·Strong record-keeping, reporting, and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and clients.
 
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is competitive and dependent on experience. Alongside the salary, you will enjoy a range of benefits and a supportive work environment that promotes personal development and professional growth.
 
Career Progression, Location & Working Pattern
This part-time, permanent role is based in Chesterfield, with a flexible working pattern that suits both your professional and personal commitments. You will be joining a company that is committed to your long-term career development, with ongoing training and progression opportunities available.
 
FOOTNOTE:
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles 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 role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on 023 9431 4917 or email Jordan.townley@carringtonwest.com for more information.
 
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