Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading building and civil engineering firm on the appointment of a Health and Safety Advisor.

As a Health and Safety Advisor, you will provide support and guidance to the project teams and be actively involved in work closely with a major client (transport sector).

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - negotiable dependant on experience
• 33 days annual leave
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Company pension contributions
• Personal development opportunities

In your new role:

• Promote a health and safety ethos and culture at all levels within the organisation and with subcontractors
• Ensure working practices are safe and adhere to relevant legislation
• Review subcontractor documentation, including safe systems of work
• Assist in the formulation of health and safety strategies and the development of internal policies and procedures
• Lead and deliver health and safety initiatives
• Support the in-house training of managers and employees
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure policies and procedures are being thoroughly implemented
• Conduct investigations into accidents and incidents
• Ensure adherence to client's and internal company procedures regarding competency management for all railway project staff, including direct employees and those within the supply chain
• Develop and update company procedures as necessary to ensure compliance
• Manage and update the company training and competency matrix to ensure that training and mentoring are completed as required
• Coordinate with the operations teams to arrange training, mentoring, and assessments
• Liaise with the internal HR Department to schedule training and medicals as required
• Carry out supply chain audits to ensure both Health & Safety and Competency compliance
• The successful candidate must be prepared to work occasional night shifts to perform audits

What you will need to succeed:

• Relevant Health and Safety qualifications
• Knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation
• Experience in conducting Health and Safety accident/incident investigations
• Northern Ireland Railways - Personal Track Safety
• Previous experience within the railway industry
• Ability to work as part of a team and positively influence others

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

• Experience of mentoring and assessing Railway Safety Critical Competencies
• CSCS card

For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.