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Construction Health & Safety Adviser – Apprentice / Graduate

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Ridge and Partners LLP

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Construction & Surveying
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree or relevant experience in construction, design, or equivalent field. Awareness of CDM regulations is a must. Join us as a Construction Health & Safety Adviser – Apprentice / Graduate.
  • You will assist with pre-construction information, review plans, provide CDM advice, conduct site inspections, support design team meetings, and deliver duties of Principal Designer. Later, you'll undertake site inspections, attend meetings, ensure project efficiency, and support Senior Staff.

Requirements

  • Educated to degree level
  • Preference for a construction related field and for a design related degree
  • or - alternatively: some relevant experience, associated, and equivalent practical experience
  • Awareness of the CDM regulations and associated legislation

Responsibilities

  • An ideal position for a new graduate (design or construction related degree preferred).
  • Working under supervision, you will:
  • Assist with the preparation of pre-construction information
  • Review construction phase plans and method statements
  • Provide advice to contractors on CDM
  • Undertake site inspections
  • Support colleagues at design team meetings
  • Set up projects and provide administrative support.
  • Working under direction to deliver the duties of the Principal Designer
  • Once trained - Undertake site inspections and monitoring visits to determine health & safety compliance.
  • Attend project, design, and other meetings, escalating issues as required by the project plan.
  • Ability to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within the resource profile which was completed prior to the start of the project.
  • Support the Senior Staff as required.

FAQs

What kind of background or qualifications are you looking for in an apprentice/graduate for this role?

We are looking for candidates who have recently completed a degree in a relevant field such as health and safety, construction management, engineering, or a related discipline. Previous work experience in health and safety or construction would be beneficial but is not essential.

What will be the main responsibilities of the apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser?

The apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser will support senior team members in providing construction health and safety services to clients. This will include assisting with CDM Advisor/Principal Designer duties, writing policies and procedures, conducting site inspections, writing progress reports, and engaging directly with clients on projects.

Will the apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser receive training and development opportunities?

Yes, the apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills through on-the-job training and mentoring from senior team members. They may also have the chance to participate in training programs and workshops to enhance their understanding of health and safety in the construction sector.

What sectors and types of projects will the apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser be working on?

The apprentice/graduate Health and Safety Adviser may work on projects in a variety of sectors including commercial, healthcare, science, industry, energy, and education. They may be involved in projects of varying sizes and complexities, providing support to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Ridge and Partners LLP

Multidiscipline Property and Construction Consultants

Real Estate
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a multidiscipline Property and Construction Consultancy. We help our clients create better, more sustainable places for people to live, learn and work. We offer a partner-led approach with our 850+ people working worldwide from 12 UK locations.