Are you a proactive and dedicated Health and Safety Advisor/Coordinator seeking a new challenge? Or in th early stages of your career in construction after completing your NEBOSH? Our client is a national contractor looking for a qualified professional to join the team, based in the North East. This role requires travel to various construction sites and our head office.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conducting Audits and Inspections: You'll be responsible for performing regular health and safety audits and site inspections to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements. This includes identifying potential hazards, recommending corrective actions, and monitoring their implementation.

• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Lead investigations into all site incidents, near misses, and accidents. You'll prepare detailed reports, analyse root causes, and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences. You will also maintain accurate records of all incident data.

• Providing Expert Advice: Offer guidance and support to site management and project teams on all health and safety matters. This includes interpreting legislation, promoting best practices, and ensuring all projects adhere to the highest safety standards.

• Training and Development: Assist in the development and delivery of health and safety training programs for new and existing employees. You'll help foster a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.

• Documentation and Administration: Maintain and update all health and safety documentation, including risk assessments, method statements, and site safety plans. You will also be responsible for producing performance reports for senior management.

Skills & Qualifications

• A recognised health and safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent).

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the construction or contracting industry.

• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and its practical application.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and methodical approach.

• A valid driving license is essential due to the nature of the role and travel required.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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