Job Opportunity: Site EHS Advisor
Location: Edinburgh (Inchcape)
Contract: 6 months
Hours: 10 hours per day / 50 hours per week (Mon - Fri)
Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor. This role is essential for providing operational environmental, health, and safety support to ensure the successful delivery of high-voltage substation projects..
Job Purpose
The Site EHS Advisor is responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the site organization. You will act as a champion for zero harm, environmental protection, and a sustainable future, ensuring all site activities comply with legislative requirements and Siemens Energy standards.
Responsibilities
1. Site Mobilisation & Compliance
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Ensure all required notices, Construction Phase Plans (CPP), Emergency Response Plans (ERP), and RAMS/Permits are available and prominently posted at site locations.
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Verify that hazardous substances are stored correctly and that chemical assessments are available at the point of storage.
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Establish project EHS Safety Representatives and maintain EHS project folders and files.
2. Operational Safety & SSOW
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Support site management in ensuring all resources understand and sign project documentation for Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
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Provide technical EHS commentary for task-based risk assessments and method statements, specifically for non-routine tasks.
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Monitor subcontractor compliance against accepted RAMS and report non-conformance to the Site Manager.
3. Induction & Training
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Manage the EHS site induction process for all personnel and visitors, ensuring all certifications are valid before work commences.
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Deliver project-specific EHS training and toolbox talks regarding local legislative requirements and risk mitigation.
4. Monitoring, Reporting & Investigation
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Conduct routine and non-routine inspections to monitor work operations.
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Log safety observations and unsafe acts into relevant reporting tools.
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Lead initial incident risk assessments and gather information for accidents, escalating significant incidents to the PM and EHS Head.
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Develop and issue weekly EHS Site Reports.
About You
Technical Essentials
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Experience: Strong construction background with experience implementing EHS arrangements for a Principal Contractor on CDM projects.
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Knowledge: Detailed understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation related to large-scale construction.
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Qualifications (Mandatory):
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NEBOSH Certificate (minimum requirement).
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Diploma or equivalent in Health & Safety/Environmental Management.
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CDM Awareness and CCNSG Passport.
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Fire Safety and Accident Investigation training.
Technical Desirables
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Lead Auditor (ISO 14001 / OHSAS 18001).
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Safety coaching/behavioural safety expertise.
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First Aid at Work.
Skillsets
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Permit to Work and Electrical Safety expertise.
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IT Literacy (MS Office).
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills