SHESQ Advisor
Department: SHEQ & Growth
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Borehamwood
Reporting To: shane pritchard
Description
We are looking for an experienced Telecoms SHESQ Advisor to support the safe and compliant delivery of telecoms infrastructure projects. Reporting to the SHESQ Manager, you will work closely with operational teams to drive a positive safety culture, ensure compliance with legislation, and promote continuous improvement across Safety, Health, Environment, Sustainability and Quality.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing telecoms business where you'll play a key role in driving a proactive safety culture, supporting operational excellence, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
What You'll Do
- Provide expert SHESQ guidance and support across telecoms projects, ensuring compliance with company procedures and UK legislation.
- Carry out regular site inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations to identify risks and promote best practice.
- Review and support the development of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring effective risk controls are in place.
- Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Deliver toolbox talks, site inductions and SHESQ training to promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
- Support compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations and relevant environmental and quality standards.
- Build strong working relationships with project teams, clients and subcontractors, providing practical SHESQ advice and support.
- Assist with client audits, regulatory inspections and the continuous improvement of SHESQ management systems.
- Produce accurate reports, monitor performance trends and recommend improvements to enhance operational safety and compliance.
- Travel regularly to operational sites, acting as a visible SHESQ presence and championing safe working practices.
What You'll Bring
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and previous experience in a SHESQ or Health & Safety Advisor role within telecoms, utilities, construction or infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM Regulations and risk management principles.
- Experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations and delivering safety training.
- Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
- IOSH membership, experience with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001, and knowledge of Openreach or telecoms infrastructure projects are advantageous.
- Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across operational sites.
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SHESQ Advisor in Borehamwood employer: OCU Group
At OCU, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Greenwich where Quantity Surveyors can thrive. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our 'Careers with Purpose' initiative, ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported while working on significant infrastructure projects. With competitive remuneration, opportunities for career progression, and a collaborative culture, OCU is the ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
