SHE Advisor
Job Description
Job title: SHE Advisor
Company: Morgan Sindall Group
Job description: Ref 76807 Vacancy title SHE Advisor Function(s) SHEQ Contract type Full time permanent Region Cumbria Location(s) Cumbria Description
SHE Advisor
Location: Cumbria
Talented people are the key to our success
Your CV will be screened by an experienced consultant, and they will get back to you within 48 hours.
About us:
Come and work for one of the most successful construction and infrastructure companies in the UK?
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UKs most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors of energy, water, nuclear, highways, rail and aviation for public and private customers. Working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through innovative and responsible infrastructure. Our people are our business. Through their expertise, we harness innovative ideas and approaches that enable us to safely and responsibly design and deliver resilient infrastructure upon which we all rely. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £3 billion.
SHE Advisor
Job Purpose
To provide professional Environment Health & Safety advice and support to a Programme/Project/OU which meets customer and stakeholder requirements to support effective delivery, whilst meeting SL, legislative and regulatory requirements.
To be an integral part of the Programme/Project/OU and to participate in any appropriate EHS forum, interfacing with stakeholders, customers and regulators as required
(Note / Throughout this role profile EHS responsibilities, accountabilities and authorities should be read as EITHER Environmental OR Health & Safety depending on the position / profession of the role holder).
Principle Accountabilities
- Assess EHS risks and provide professional advice to Duty Holders in accordance with legislation and site policy & procedures. Where necessary document and produce technical reports in support of that advice.
- Identify and respond to EHS issues and concerns, providing advice on appropriate measures and controls to protect the environment and ensure safe delivery of the Programme/Project/OU Lifetime plan.
- Undertake inspections, observation and assurance activities to identify and highlight EHS performance gaps, determine root causes and corrective actions in order to improve EHS performance.
- Support the Duty Holder in the investigation of EHS incidents and events, ensure corrective actions are taken, and learning opportunities identified and shared.
- Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of relevant EHS legislation, site arrangements and standards.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the particular EHS hazards and associated controls within the Programme/Project/OU.
- Provide support to the EHS Manager and Duty Holders’ interactions with internal and external regulators (ONR, EA) and with external organisations such as WANO, RoSPA, LRQA, etc.
- Identify, support and facilitate EHS improvements programmes within a Programme/Project/OU and the development of a positive EHS culture.
- Support, coach, and mentor (and where appropriate assess) EHS role holders and those accountable for EHS delivery to develop EHS awareness and competence of the workforce.
- Develop and deliver EHS training at a Programme/Project/OU level and in support delivery of site training programmes.
- Lead by example, setting EHS standards, championing best practice and encouraging others to demonstrate appropriate EHS behaviours and promote a positive EHS culture in line with SL standards and expectations.
- To work in compliance with the Collaborative Management Plan.
Additionally, for Project EHS Advisers:
- Assist construction contractors in understanding SL EHS procedures and arrangements, and to implement those arrangements.
- Assess construction contractor’s processes’ and systems for suitability and compliance with SL EHS policies, procedures and standards.
Authorities:
- To advise and influence work practices within a Programme/Project/OU in accordance with current legislation, the SL Management System, and accepted industry good practice.
- To provide advice and authorisations in accordance with SQEP roles (e.g. Safety Competence Scheme), seeking advice and guidance from the EHS Manager EHS Specialists where necessary.
Dimensions:
- EHS advisers are normally assigned to a particular Programme/Project/OU and are mobilised between Programmes / Projects / OUs on a regular basis.
- Role holder may hold formal SQEP roles and be formally appointed through the SL Management System process e.g. Radiation Protection Adviser, Environment Qualified Expert, Member of Corporate Radioactive Waste Adviser body.
Qualifications & Experience
- Graduate (2:1 minimum) in a relevant STEM subject or an equivalent level of qualifications
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for professional development and a dynamic, fast-paced work environment. If you are a self-starter who is passionate about safety, health, and the environment, we want to hear from you.
Morgan Sindall has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV’s from agencies. Please note that any CV’s submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.
Expected salary:
Location: Cumbria
