Overview
Base: Home based, covering the South region, with regional offices in South Brent, Yeovil, Bristol, Leighton Buzzard, Basingstoke and Watton - working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week.
Our SHEA Advisors are fundamental to our business. Through your good communication you will provide essential support to the operational teams who are working in a Social Housing environment, undertaking construction-related refurbishment programs across the South.
Your role will focus on challenging and continuously improving SHE performance through delivery of the company Safety Behavioral programme, driving SHE innovation and promotion of positive SHEA messages. You will achieve this by providing support while empowering the Operational team to take ownership of health, safety and environment matters.
The role is fast paced and progressive. You will work in a mix of home-based and site-travel across the Southern region; you may travel to Basingstoke, Bristol, Leighton Buzzard, South Brent, Watton and Yeovil. You will plan your week to ensure efficiency and output, rather than spending excessive time in travel. A full UK driver's licence is essential.
Responsibilities
* Conduct site inspections against Health & Safety standards to ensure appropriate governance and support is provided.
* Assist in the development and ongoing review of Health & Safety for each project.
* Support the identification and management of SHE risks, issues and opportunities.
* Assist in the preparation and regular review of registers of legislation and standards, risk assessments, construction phase plans, environmental aspects/impacts registers, etc.
* Ensure effective communication regarding any incident or concern raised relating to Health, Safety and Environmental matters.
* Assist in investigations related to RIDDOR reportable accidents, lost time incidents, high potential incidents and environmental incidents.
* Provide operations teams with support and guidance on accident reporting and investigation relating to minor accidents.
* Support company management system changes and ensure they are implemented within your area of responsibility.
* Continuously develop your own skills and knowledge of current SHE legislation, best practices, and developments related to the business activities.
Qualifications
* At least 2 years experience within a construction health and safety role.
* NEBOSH Construction certificate or equivalent, with a good understanding of relevant H&S legislation and industry standards.
* Experience in the social housing sector is advantageous.
Skills & Experience
* Excellent communication skills and a methodical approach within a Construction setting, preferably in a Social Housing environment.
* Good understanding of relevant H&S legislation and industry standards.
* Strong computer skills; familiarity with in-house systems and willingness to learn the companys systems during onboarding.
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. For more details please go to the official Disability Confident site.
About Novus Property Solutions
Novus Property Solutions is a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and decarbonisation specialist with more than 700 colleagues in 20 locations across Great Britain. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 127-year heritage, delivering bespoke services and solutions to clients.
Benefits
* Attractive salary & benefits to suit you
* Company Car Scheme or Car Allowance
* 27 Days Holidays & Bank Holidays (pro rata) - option to buy or sell holidays
* Company pension scheme – up to 7.5%
* Discounted Healthcare Scheme, High Street & lifestyle discounts including Taste card
* A day of volunteering per year, length of service awards, and other benefits
An outline of your responsibilities - SHEA-Safety, Health & Environmental Advisor
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