Health & Safety Advisor - Glasgow, United Kingdom - ISG plc

ISG plc

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

About ISG

ISG is a dynamic global construction services company.

We have had a hand in some of the world's most impactful and recognisable places, but our legacy is about far more than buildings.

Across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we deliver places where people and businesses make memories, forge new experiences, and reach their goals.

In short, we deliver the places that enable people and businesses to thrive.

Job Title:
Health & Safety Advisor

Division:
UK Construction / Construction North

Location:
Regional office is Glasgow

Reporting to:
Health & Safety Manager

Construction North is part of the UK Construction business and includes the Midlands, the North and Scotland.

Projects on average range between £5 - £50 million and are primarily based in the Public Sector with some projects in the Private Sector.

Sectors include Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial offices. We have a strong pipeline of projects in our Scotland construction business in particular in the drinks sector.

The opportunity

The Health & Safety Advisor will be responsible for oversight of Health & Safety across the live projects in Scotland.

This will primarily involve travel to the project sites which are in the Highlands / Speyside and Fife area.

Role Purpose

The HSQ&E Department are looking for a HSQ&E Advisor to implement and manage the company's health, safety, quality and environmental system and to provide general support throughout the division.

Key accountabilities

Assist in the preparation, review and approval of Site Health and Safety Plans.
Provide guidance on all aspects of safety, health, welfare and fire prevention matters.
Advise and assist in the identification of hazards and the preparation of risk assessments and safety method statements.
Review and approve method statements for high risk operations.
Advise and assist CMs and TSMs in onsite safety training of operatives including induction and tool box talks.
Provide training to staff and/or operatives.
Plan and carry out HSQ&E audits and inspections of sites and departments.
Issue written reports on the results of their site safety inspections or safety audits.
Investigate accidents and produce comprehensive investigation report identifying root causes and proposing recommendations to prevent reoccurrence.
Ensure that all reportable incidents have been notified to HSE and that a copy of Form 2508 has been filed with the internal accident report.
Liaise with the Principle Designer and client
Liaise with Health and Safety Executive
Identify, propose and implement methods of improving performance.
Attend 4 weekly HSQE Planning meetings and other site meetings when required
Ensure project assurance related risks are identified, assessed and managed
Carry out Construction Management System (IMS) audits at our sites and hub offices to ensure compliance to company health, safety, quality & environmental procedures.
Assist with the development and implementation of improvements to our systems and processes.
Assist with the updating of the company CMS.
Assist with training staff and suppliers on company CMS

Skills & experience

The job holder will be self-managing and able to prioritise their workload. Working at all levels, they will be a confident and articulate communicator

Background in the construction industry including demolition, refurbishment and fit out.
Highlevel understanding of construction health and safety legislation
Proactive in management of health and safety
Analytical skills
Pleasant and confident manner
Methodical approach to duties
Presentation skills
Ability to transmit and write reports
Word and PowerPoint knowledge
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience and understanding of health, safety, quality & environmental issues in construction.
Detailed knowledge of the construction procedures and processes.
Knowledge of OHSAS 18001 / ISO9001 / ISO1400
Advanced knowledge of Word. Excel, PowerPoint and the internet.
Organisational skills and workload prioritising.
Able to deal with staff, clients and external customers.
Environmental awareness
Flexible team member

Qualifications:

Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma standard or equivalent.
Chartered or working towards

LI-JM1

What's in it for you?- Ongoing career development and accredited learning- Annual recognition and values awards- Global employee assistance program- Pension scheme- Life assurance- Private healthcare including private GP service and mental health pathways- As part of our wellbeing offering, ISG offers a monthly wellbeing allowance- Cycle to work scheme- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme- Industry-leading family friendly policies (39 weeks maternity leave and 8 weeks paternity at full pay)- Volunteer day- Discounts such as cinema to ensure you're still loving ISG even when you leave the office- Most Friday's are a 4 pm finish prov