WPS are seeking an experienced SHE Advisor!
Are you passionate about safety, health, and the environment? We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable SHE Advisor to join our team and help drive excellence across the West Midlands. Please note this role is an operational role so will require you to be on site 5 days a week.
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Key Responsibilities
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure full compliance with SHE legislation, CDM regulations, and internal policies.
* Maintain and enhance SHE Management Systems (ISO 14001, 45001).
* Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
* Lead incident investigations and produce root cause analysis reports.
* Drive change actively engage with winning hearts and minds
Operational Support
* Provide expert SHE coaching to project teams, directors, and supply chain partners.
* Monitor site safety and environmental performance.
* Review RAMS and project plans for SHE compliance.
* Champion behavioural safety initiatives and deliver toolbox talks.
* Be approachable, build relations and strong trust with the operational management and project teams
Strategic Engagement
* Contribute SHE expertise to bids and pre-construction planning.
* Promote a positive SHE culture through campaigns and training.
* Liaise with HSE and other regulatory bodies as required.
* Identify improvement and potential opportunities around innovation
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🎓 Qualifications & Skills
Essential
* Minimum NEBOSH Construction Certificate and be working towards Dipploma or willing to progress to it
* NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Health & Safety
* Minimum of 5 yrs experience in Construction, Property Maintenance and or FM Sector, Utilities.
* Strong understanding of SHE legislation and construction practices
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SHE platforms (e.g. Airsweb)
* Excellent communication and coaching skills
* Willingness to develop knowledge around the Building Safety Act 2022 & BSR
Desirable
* Membership of IOSH with a minimum of Cert IOSH and above professional accreditation
* ISO 9001/14001/45001 Internal Auditor qualification
* Experience in social housing, refurbishment, or high-rise retrofit projects
* Familiarity with PASMA, IPAF.
* Knowledge of asbestos regulations (Control of Asbestos at Work, HSG 264)
* Knowledge of Building Safety Act- HRB’s and willingness to be trained and educated around general FRA of low risk buildings and properties
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If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.