Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor - Major Rail ProjectPosition Overview
We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Advisor to join a high-profile rail infrastructure project based at the Bletchley Maintenance Depot (MK1 1DS). This is a full-time, onsite role providing a critical link between safety strategy and site-level execution. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of compliance across a dynamic and fast-paced work environment involving complex civils and rail systems.
The Employer: A Leading Tier 1 Contractor
The successful candidate will join one of the UK's most respected Tier 1 Civil Engineering and Construction contractors. As a Tier 1 lead, they are responsible for the end-to-end delivery of massive national infrastructure frameworks. They are renowned for their sophisticated safety management systems, a culture of "Visible Felt Leadership," and a commitment to career progression. Working here offers the opportunity to oversee diverse sub-contractors and manage safety on a scale that only a global industry leader can provide.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
In this role, you will be the primary HSE authority on-site, with a remit including:
* Technical Advisory: Providing expert guidance on HSE compliance specifically for civils, highways, rail, and track-side works.
* Inspections & Auditing: Conducting regular site tours and formal audits to ensure Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are strictly adhered to.
* Incident Management: Supporting full-scale incident investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing effective corrective actions.
* Culture & Training: Driving a "safety-first" culture by delivering engaging toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety workshops for all personnel.
* Stakeholder Management: Liaising between the project delivery teams, subcontractors, and the end-client to ensure seamless safety integration.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Mandatory: Valid Sentinel Card (required for all rail/track-side access).
Sector Experience: A proven background in rail, track, or heavy civils projects within a construction environment.
* Legislative Knowledge: A thorough understanding of UK health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry best practices.
* Communication: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence behaviors and communicate effectively at all levels of a project.
* Qualifications: NEBOSH Construction Certificate or an equivalent safety qualification is highly desirable.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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