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ecocareers

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Sustainability
  • Reading
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must have formal qualifications in Health & Safety, auditing experience, knowledge of ISO standards, strong risk management skills, and the ability to travel across the UK.
  • You will provide QHSE guidance, monitor performance, develop compliance strategies, lead meetings, train staff, manage risk assessments, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental policies.

Requirements

  • - Formal management qualification in Health & Safety management and Environmental management.
  • - Practical application of auditing and membership of the IIRSM or IOSH at Diploma level, or equivalent.
  • - Proven experience of similar role, with experience of Client facing role and relevant post qualification experience.
  • - Conversant with (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 45001, (or similar regional alternatives).
  • - A practical and demonstrable knowledge of liaising with enforcement agency /insurers.
  • - Risk Management strategy development and implementation.
  • - Best Value analysis of QHSE resource support provision.
  • - Monitoring and Analysis of management system performance.
  • - Development and implementation of policy and process.
  • - Environmental risk and 'resource' evaluation and management.
  • - Positively articulate QHSE through suitable presentation media.
  • - Accident/Hazard investigation & analysis to drive improvements.
  • - Development and delivery of QHSE training.
  • - Engaging and meaningful management of meetings.
  • - Be in a position to travel across UK (Edinburgh, Telford, Winnersh and Fleet essentially) as required with occasional overnight stays.
  • - Option to have some adhoc days working from home, by agreement.

Responsibilities

  • - Provide management, guidance and expertise in all QHSE matters for the Client and their business across four UK sites.
  • - Develop and ensure business wide standardization (where possible) of a QHSE compliance strategy.
  • - Monitor, review and analyse QHSE performance and identify initiatives to ensure performance improvement and implement best practice.
  • - Establish a collaborative 'working partnership' with Client and site-based customers to help improve their QHSE knowledge and development of a learning organisation.
  • - Driving forward and implementing the QHSE strategy in accordance with ethical guidelines and Client corporate policies.
  • - Develop, implement, manage and review account specific QHSE business plan and objectives as set by Client.
  • - Effective business communication, face to face and written, with clear guidance and professionalism in all circumstances.
  • - Ensure compliance against all business wide policies.
  • - Simplify and standardise (where possible) all systems and processes.
  • - Lead on provision, guidance and practical expertise on all QHSE topics, ensuring there is appropriate day-to-day support for Client, site-based customers and CBRE Facilities Management team.
  • - Risk Management, accountable for coordinating all activities and maintaining Risk Register, Risk Assessment activities, incident and hazard reporting.
  • - Review and further develop safe systems of work to include electrical safety.
  • - Implement and develop environmental improvement action plan.
  • - Develop and lead on QHSE meetings for each site, at least quarterly. This will require setting Agenda, providing quality content, documentation and provision of minutes.
  • - Provide some training and issue of monthly toolbox talks specific to Client business activities.
  • - Provide timely / accurate management information and reports for use by the Client at Board of Director meetings.
  • - QHSE Manager to be available to attend meetings as required by the Client.
  • - Responsible for ensuring safe and sustainable environment adhering to EHS and legislative guidelines.
  • - Build collaborative working relationship with other CBRE employees across the clients UK locations to ensure all processes and services are aligned.
  • - Maintain regular contact with the UK Customer Business Manager, consult on key decisions and advise of incidents, escalation and complaints.
  • - Develop network of contacts with CBRE Central QHSE team for peer to peer relationships.
  • - Responsible for an optimum Client satisfaction and building lasting and meaningful relationship.
  • - Being visible and/or accessible for the local customers.
  • - Periodic Client reviews and other meetings to mitigate escalations, negotiate scope, etc.
  • - Prepare and present Client management reports.
  • - Responsible for compliance to legislation relevant to Client business activities.
  • - Raise awareness of all statutory and compliance requirements including timely updates of any changes that apply to Client business activities.
  • - Ensure that Health Safety, Security and Environment process and policies are adhered to.
  • - Management and maintenance of all key compliance documents.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Health & Safety Advisor role?

The primary purpose of the Health & Safety Advisor role is to provide management, guidance, and expertise in all QHSE matters for the Client and their business across four UK sites, while developing a QHSE compliance strategy and improving performance.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located on the Client site, preferably based in the South East, between the North Hampshire and South Berkshire border.

What are the main responsibilities of the Health & Safety Advisor?

Main responsibilities include implementing the QHSE strategy, developing business plans and objectives, ensuring compliance with policies, conducting risk management activities, leading QHSE meetings, and providing training and reports to the Client.

Do I need to have formal qualifications to apply?

Yes, a formal management qualification in Health & Safety and Environmental management is required, alongside relevant experience and membership of IIRSM or IOSH at a Diploma level.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role requires travel across the UK to various locations such as Edinburgh, Telford, Winnersh, and Fleet, with occasional overnight stays.

How is client satisfaction prioritized in the Health & Safety Advisor role?

Client satisfaction is prioritized through building lasting relationships, being visible and accessible to local customers, and conducting periodic client reviews and meetings.

Will I be involved in training activities?

Yes, the Health & Safety Advisor will provide QHSE training and issue monthly toolbox talks specific to Client business activities.

Is there a requirement for compliance document management?

Yes, the Health & Safety Advisor is responsible for the management and maintenance of all key compliance documents related to health, safety, security, and environmental processes.

Is experience with ISO standards required for this role?

Yes, candidates should be conversant with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 45001, or similar regional alternatives.

What are the working hours and flexibility options for this position?

While the job primarily requires onsite presence, there is an option for some ad-hoc days to work from home, by agreement.

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