Lead EHS Advisor – Peterhead

Taylor and Fraser senior management team are committed to ensuring as an organisation we excel in complying with our statutory requirements and as such we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor to join our team to support our projects and promote compliance with our Environmental Health & Safety Management Systems. The successful candidate will be offered the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation and to support Taylor and Fraser’s aspiration to achieve high level performance in terms of Health, Safety, Welfare, and Environment (SWHE).

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that all health and safety regulations and standards are adhered to on our projects.
• Assessing risks, implementing safety measures, and promoting a culture of safety across all levels of the organisation.
• Supporting the EHS Manager in developing and enforcing EHS policies and procedures.
• Cultivating an exceptional EHS culture and providing leadership to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Driving a positive safety culture through coaching, support, and strong engagement with all teams.
• Monitoring the sites EHS performance and identifying proactive measures to improve performance shortfalls.
• Conducting regular risk assessments and identifying potential hazards.
• Liaising with clients and off-site legislative bodies and providing reports on key metrics.
• Assisting operational teams in reviewing sub-contractors' risk assessments/method statements.
• Conducting regular site inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Investigating incidents and near-misses, assisting with root cause analysis, and supporting implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinating and delivering EHS training and emergency response drills for all staff and contractors.
• Leading and chairing Health & Safety meetings, providing guidance to H&S representatives and operational managers.
• Participating in EHS improvement initiatives and providing feedback on lessons learned.
• Maintaining accurate EHS records and preparing required reports for stakeholders.
• Promoting sustainability, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Performing routine site inspections and EHS audits to assess compliance.
• Assisting in the development and execution of emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Advising teams on proper use and selection of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Facilitating communication and engagement on EHS topics between leadership, employees, and contractors.
• Staying up to date on relevant EHS regulations and best practices.
• Participating in cross-functional meetings to integrate EHS considerations into operational planning.
• Supporting initiatives for improving environmental performance.
• Organizing and delivering health and safety training sessions for employees and subcontractors.
• Ensuring all personnel are adequately trained in emergency procedures and the use of safety equipment.

Qualifications:

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and relevant professional membership (e.g. IOSH, IIRSM).
• 5-7 years’ experience as a Lead Health and Safety Advisor in the construction/electrical industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in emergency response planning and behavioural safety.
• Skilled in data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.