Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a global EPC contractor in the renewable energy sector to recruit a Health and Safety Advisor to support its large-scale solar farm projects across the UK, with current projects in Buckinghamshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
Please note this is a UK-wide role, and you could be required to work away from home at various project locations. The package includes a £1,500 per month accommodation allowance and a separate £750 per month food allowance, on top of the basic salary.
The strategically important Health and Safety Advisor role comes with a salary of £40,000 to £45,000, accommodation and food allowances.
If you're an experienced Health and Safety professional looking to work for an organisation that is a major player in the renewables industry, offering the opportunity to contribute to large-scale renewable energy projects across the UK, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Health and Safety Advisor role
Reporting to the HSE Site Supervisor, you will:
Assist the HSE Site Supervisor with site setup and establishment in accordance with CDM and welfare regulations.
Help ensure that the Construction Phase Plan, Integrated Management System and contractual safety requirements are effective and implemented across the project. Where gaps are identified, provide advice to ensure corrective action is taken.
Monitor all direct and subcontractor activities to ensure safe systems of work are adopted.
Deputise for the HSE Supervisor during periods of absence from site.
Ensure all accidents, incidents and dangerous occurrences are thoroughly investigated and reported, detailing causes, conclusions and recommendations to avoid recurrence. Collect accident book entries for archiving with support from the Health and Safety Manager.
Provide HSE support and advice to the EPC team.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
A relevant NEBOSH qualification, either construction-specific or general.
A valid three-day First Aid course certificate.
An SMSTS certificate would be advantageous.
Experience in a construction or renewable energy environment would be beneficial.
A sound understanding of construction health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Personal skills
The Health and Safety Advisor role would suit someone who is:
Proactive and committed to maintaining high health and safety standards.
Confident communicating with site teams, contractors and management.
Able to identify hazards, assess risks and recommend effective corrective actions.
Experienced in carrying out audits, inspections and incident investigations.
Organised, with strong reporting and record-keeping skills.
Comfortable delivering Toolbox Talks and site inductions.
A positive team player who can promote a strong safety culture and work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
Comfortable working across multiple large-scale construction projects and travelling to sites throughout the UK, including working away from home when required.
Salary and benefits of the Health and Safety Advisor role
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum.
Accommodation allowance: £1,500 per month.
Food allowance: £750 per month.
Pension: 10% pension.
Healthcare: Private healthcare.
Life insurance.
Location: UK-wide, with projects including solar farms in Buckinghamshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a global EPC contractor with a significant presence in the renewable energy industry and contribute to the safe delivery of large-scale solar projects across the UK.
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