About Barhale Who are Barhale? Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including: Water Transport Built environment Energy We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985. Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide. We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including: Tunnelling MEICA Temporary and permanent design Steel-fabrication Signs (design and fabrication) Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE Company Website: https://www.barhale.co.uk/ Company Showcase Video: https://youtu.be/uf_RG5xgM8M Why join Barhale? As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies. Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UKs largest infrastructure projects and clients Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our success HSE Performance Coach The Role To coach and enhance a positive culture around Health, Safety and Environment with direct and in-directly employed workforce. Key Responsibilities Attend site to monitor and advise personnel on healthy and safe working practices Carry out training and toolbox talks as required or where a specific training need is identified Work with site managers to communicate method statements, safe working systems and risk assessments Discuss construction methods and occupational health, wellbeing and safety systems to determine level of awareness and encourage improvement ideas Attend site and regional health and safety committee meetings and report back where appropriate Communicate the importance of adhering to Health and Safety policies and procedures, and the near-miss procedure Liaise with the HSE Advisor to review inspection reports to monitor any outstanding actions Carry out follow-up inspections and visit sites to check on process reporting the progress to Managers Conduct relevant focused site inspections in line with Company and legislative requirements Promote Front Foot Safety Initiatives with the workforce Regularly promote the Barhale Take 5 principle of proactive safety culture by encouraging employees to stop and review tasks when uncertain or where safety concerns exist, and by raising awareness of risks faced by personnel working in areas deemed as dangerous also known as the Line of Fire within Barhale Support the delivery of the Be Health, Be Safe & Be Alert programme as directed by the HSE Advisor with the workforce Encourage the adoption of safety best practices identified across other sites Strengthen behavioural safety programme with workforce Regularly review all Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure information is retained and make recommendations for improvement where appropriate Agree learning and development objectives with Regional Manager and Head of Training and take responsibility to ensure that appropriate training takes place Drive the identification and management of changing site conditions that may increase HSE risks, including changes to design scope, personnel, equipment, work methodologies, weather conditions, and workforce health, ensuring appropriate risk reviews and controls are implemented at gang level, including operative skin surveys Monitor operational workforce fatigue and raise awareness Raise musculoskeletal awareness with the workforce Support Occupational Health and Wellbeing initiatives, including respiratory health and noise-at-work programmes, through awareness campaigns, Toolbox Talks (TBTs), workplace assessments, and compliance monitoring Promote Health and Wellbeing near miss reporting Encourage the adoption of Occupational Health Good Practices from other sites Monitor compliance with environmental aspect and impact assessments Foster a culture of environmental responsibility among the workforce Check practical environmental compliance I.e. spill management, refuelling, spill response, over-pumping operations, desilting, waste control Increase awareness and participation in on-site recycling and reuse initiatives to reduce waste and improve environmental performance Drive energy reduction on site through the adoption of fuel-saving measures, energy-efficient working practices, and workforce-led improvement initiatives About you Essential Previous experience working within Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) role Excellent communication and active listening skills Strong coaching and mentoring abilities Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Desirable Formal coaching qualification or experience Knowledge of the Companys core activities, including pipe-laying, tunnelling and shaft sinking CSCS card SMSTS Environmental Awareness Training (1/2 day) 2-day service avoidance NRSWA Supervisor Manual handling Confined space high risk category Caring and investing in you Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company. As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them. From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by. Competitive salary Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days 8 hours volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression Development supported by internal and externally delivered training Continuous service awards TPBN1_UKTJ
