Trainee Health & Safety Advisor

Job Description

The successful applicant can be based in Birmingham or Gloucester for this position.With over 900 staff based across 350 new-build sites throughout much of England and Wales, Health & Safety is an integral part of our business. We have a first-class track record, and we are proud to have been awarded the RoSPA Order of Distinction.Meeting high standards of health and safety is essential in the electrical industry, and we are keen to build on our first-class track record even further. With this in mind, we are looking for a Trainee Health & Safety Advisor to join our team.Reporting to our Health & Safety Manager, this site-based role will work closely with our Production and Management teams to continuously improve our organisational safety performance and the promotion of a positive health and safety culture.On a daily basis you will support the Health & Safety Manager in monitoring and improving the safety, health, and environmental performance of a variety of sites, as well as the monitoring of training within your areas of responsibility. Previous experiencein the construction industry would be beneficial but not essential.After successfully completing a qualification with us, we expect you to move into a Health & Safety Advisor role after 2 years, with further opportunities to progress into a Regional Health & Safety Advisor role, when one becomes available.This position can be based in Birmingham or Gloucester with regional travel and regular visits to our Gloucester head office. Working hours are based on a 39-hour week, typically 8.00am5.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 8.00am4.00pm on Fridays, with an hourfor lunch.A bit more about usWere one of the biggest electrical contractors in the UK. Weve have 21 branches and last year alone, we wired more than 21,000 new homes. With a booming order book and an enviable apprentice training academy, weve got ambitious plans for expansion into thenorth and the east of the country. Were the contractors of choice for the largest and most respected construction companies in the UK and in our 40 years in business, weve picked up more than a few awards.Clarkson Evans is an equal opportunities employer and were proud of our fair and inclusive recruitment process. We recognise the benefits of having a diverse workforce and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. If you have any special requirementswhich would help you with our application process, please let us know by emailing.Responsibilities:

• Assisting with records, health & safety audits, inspections, and monitoring activities to verify compliance with, and effectiveness of, company health & safety processes and procedures
• Completing daily site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Completing and following up on all actions raised in audit reports within your area of responsibility
• Develop and deliver innovative means of interacting with our colleagues that promote positive safety culture, wellbeing and protecting the environment
• Supporting the Health & Safety team to conduct incident investigations and reports
• Assisting with reporting, recording, investigating and analysing accidents & incidents
• Monitor and report on compliance and training across your area, following up where required
• Supporting the implementation of Company Safety Policy, Plans and Initiatives
• Attending and participating in site meetings to improve site communications

Experience:

• Previous construction or site experience necessary
• Previous health and safety qualification or experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Experience of using a variety of IT packages i.e. Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel.

Skills & Attributes:

• Full UK driving licence with a willingness to travel.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to record and produce accurate information with attention to detail
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and conflicting priorities
• Ability to deal with challenging situations/colleagues
• Ability to work on own initiative and with the team
• The willingness to work towards an appropriate HS&E qualification
• A commitment to developing knowledge, skills and abilities in health safety and environmental practices

We offer a Company pension scheme, life assurance and a discretionary bonus scheme. Staff receive discounted gym membership and we have a support and counselling service available to all employees. We have free parking onsite and an early finish on a Friday.In addition, we organise Christmas and summer social events for staff and a Childrens Christmas party.This vacancy will close when sufficient applications have been received.