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The Client

A leading Design & Build contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects. They have successfully completed projects across a range of sectors including Residential, Restoration / Refurbishment, Hospitality, Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

The Role

They are seeking a Health & Safety Advisor for a project based in Cambridge. The role will report to the Project Manager and will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with policies and relevant statutory provisions.

You must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted onsite.

You will Be

* Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management System

* Ensuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipment

* Delivering and completing statutory notifications to the Health & Safety Authority and conducting inspector site visits as required

* Delivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors

* Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employees

* Assisting Site Management in compiling cost records and forecasts for all issues associated with Health & Safety including, but not limited to, contra charges, training, purchases, etc.

* Organising and chairing site Safety Meetings

* Reviewing sub-contractors' Safety Statements and Safety Compliance

* Assisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements

* Maintaining and communicating site Emergency Plans

* Conducting preliminary accident investigations and statutory notifications, while keeping Group Safety Manager updated

* Ensuring First Aiders are available and that all necessary supplies and certificates are maintained

* Collating relevant information for inclusion in the Safety File in preparation for handover to the Client

What you Need

* NEBOSH, Diploma or Degree is essential

* 2 years on site Safety Officer experience, ideally with a main contractor

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills