About this role
Contract: Temporary 6-Month Contract Hours: 7:30am - 4pm (60 minute unpaid break) Potential: Opportunity to become permanent
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join a specialist project-based manufacturing and installation business. Working across workshops, build areas and client locations, you will support operational teams to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and compliance are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for promoting a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
Site Walkarounds & MonitoringConduct regular site inspections and safety audits.Enforce PPE requirements, including high-visibility clothing, steel toe cap boots, hard hats and other task-specific equipment.Maintain and update Health & Safety noticeboards, first aid stations and site safety information.Monitor housekeeping standards, fire lanes, emergency access routes, handrails and safe working areas.Manage PPE stock levels and arrange replenishment as required.Deliver toolbox talks covering topics such as: MEWPsWorking at Height (WAH)Hot WorksVulnerable PersonsGeneral Health & Safety awareness Carry out workshop, and work area inspections, maintaining accurate records and logs.Issue personal PPE kits where required and maintain inspection records, sign-off documentation and re-inspection schedules. Documentation & Compliance
Issue Health & Safety documentation to teams at the commencement of each project, including policies and insurance documentation.Conduct weekly inductions for all new starters and maintain associated records.Deliver project-specific inductions where required, including: Lifting and rigging operationsLocation-based workWorking near waterSite-specific hazards Prepare, review and update Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all builds and operational work areas.Ensure training records, certifications and employee contact information are accurately maintained.Produce handover documentation for completed projects, including: Structural engineer detailsSafe Working Load (SWL) limitationsResidual risks and hazards that cannot be eliminatedRecommendations for ongoing risk control by production teams About You
Previous experience in a Health & Safety Advisor, Coordinator or similar role.Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practice.Experience preparing and reviewing RAMS.Confident delivering inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) preferred.Excellent organisational and communication skills.Able to work independently and build positive relationships across operational teams. What's on Offer?
6-month temporary contract.Opportunity to secure a permanent position.Varied and hands-on role within a dynamic project environment. If you are passionate about creating safe working environments and enjoy being operationally involved, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity