Role: Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Gillingham, Kent – Projects across the region

Sector: Property & Construction Contractor

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + car allowance + attractive benefits package

WRG are supporting an independent property & construction contractor who are based in Kent, the business is looking to appoint an experienced H&S professional to oversee all aspects of safety, risk and compliance across the organisation and be the first port of call for all matters relating to H&S.

Our client oversees a range of commercial, residential, HMO’s and planned/ reactive maintenance projects, predominantly across Kent, and moving North into London and Essex. The role would suit a competent safety professional who has previously worked for a main contractor or residential developer due to the nature of the work.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious safety professional to join a leading regional contractor during an exciting period in the companies history, they have a strong orderbook of work going into the future and are looking for a safety professional to ensure a positive H&S culture across all projects.

Responsibilities:

·        Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies in line with current legislation.

·        Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.

·        Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine the root causes and implement corrective actions.

·        Provide training and awareness programs for employees on health and safety practices and emergency procedures.

·        Lead the implementation of health and safety standards such as ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management).

·        Ensure the organisation adheres to local and government regulations concerning safety, environment, and compliance.

·        Manage and oversee compliance audits, internal or external, and ensure timely rectification of identified gaps and renewal of our accreditations.

·        Develop and enforce company policies regarding workplace safety, environmental impact, and compliance.

·        Stay updated on changing legislation and regulations related to health and safety and ensure the company’s policies reflect these changes.

·        Maintain detailed records of health and safety incidents, including accident

·        Lead safety meetings and safety training sessions for staff across all levels.

·        Develop and deliver health and safety training programs, focusing on risk awareness, prevention, and emergency response.

·        Foster a safety-first culture, encouraging employees to take responsibility for their own health and safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

·        NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (desirable).

·        NEBOSH Construction or equivalent.

·        Membership to IOSH, IIRSM or similar professional body.

·        Experience with auditing and ISO management systems.

·        Understanding of BSA 2022.

·        Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in a health and safety or compliance management role.

·        In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, risk management, and environmental laws.

·        Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and educate staff at all levels.

·        MUST be able to obtain a clear DBS check due to the nature of projects

Apply:

·        Salary in the region of £50,000 – £55,000

·        Company car or car allowance.

·        20 days holiday + Christmas shutdown + bank holidays.

·        Discretionary bonus scheme.

·        Excellent CPD, training and support.

·        Brilliant company culture – charity events, team meals etc.

If you are interested in the role or would like to discuss the position further, please reach out to Mike Davis @ We Recruit Group | Mike@werecruitgroup.com | 07562 945 690