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 our regional operations. in the Midlands (travel is a must for this role)
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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
* Willingness to travel from central Midlands to South and South East- Norwich, Peterborough, Cambridge, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire. Over night stay may be required but this will not be every week.
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.