Occupational Health & Safety Advisor in Stockport

Based from Stockport Office, reporting to Team Leader. Permanent, full-time employment.

Who are we? Fichtner is a global engineering consultancy established in 1922 with over 2000 employees in over 170 countries. Within the UK and Ireland, our engineers and consultants are involved in some of the most innovative energy projects across the UK, providing design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, owners, and operators. Projects in development, construction, or operation in the UK and Ireland include:

• 60 major thermal power plants across the waste, biomass, and conventional power sectors
• 10 GWh of battery storage
• 5 GW of solar
• 7 GW of on-shore and off-shore wind
• 5 GW of pumped storage hydro projects
• 20 carbon capture projects, aiming to capture and permanently sequestrate more than 5 million tonnes of CO2 per annum

We have over 185 employees that we are proud to have represent us, operating from our offices in Manchester, Belfast, Dublin, and Glasgow. As the business grows from strength to strength, we are now looking to further extend our team by recruiting an Occupational Health & Safety Advisor to be an integral part of our wider construction and engineering teams. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing occupational health, safety, and welfare advice and guidance, both internally and to our clients. The role involves direct communication with clients, contractors, employees, and plant operators as needed.

What we are looking for:

• NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma
• A certified member of IOSH, working towards Chartered membership
• ISO45001 Lead Auditor certified with practical construction-based audit experience
• 3-day First Aid Certification; A recognised wellbeing certification
• Good working knowledge of UK OH&S regulations and guidance
• Excellent understanding of current health, safety and welfare issues
• Excellent working knowledge of either power generation, process or renewable energy sectors and the dynamic nature of risk and its management
• Proven track record of operating in and continually updating a positive health and safety culture
• Support on health and safety for our offices in England, Scotland, and Ireland
• Promote health and safety services to our client base, in conjunction with the Business Development team
• Up to date working knowledge of the CDM 2015 Regulations (including Principal Contractor role)

What you can expect from us:

At Fichtner, we greatly value our employees and offer a flexible approach to the working environment. We have a team of mental health first aiders and wellbeing champions on hand for support and provide the opportunity for our staff to give back to our local community through charitable events, STEM, and community work experience. We operate with the mantra that we all look out for each other, making sure we continually review our working practices to create the best experience for all. As part of the team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
• Hybrid working with modern easy access offices
• Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period
• Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
• Financial support with professional fees/memberships
• Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme
• Private medical & life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Fitness trainer provided every week for group boot camps
• Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities
• Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team!

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email recruitment@fichtner.co.uk with your CV and a brief cover letter to introduce yourself and let us know why you are a good fit for us. When sending over your CV, please take a moment to review our privacy statement regarding how we process your personal data within our recruitment process. Fichtner Consulting Engineers is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give of their best every day.