Health & Safety Advisor in Birmingham

A Health and Safety Advisor is required by the Omexom's GGP Framework to be responsible for co-ordinating, promoting and advising on all H&S matters, covering a range of projects, ensuring that the highest standards of operational safety are maintained at all times.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a role model in the approach to all safety, health related matters, thereby supporting the business in developing the culture within the project teams.
• Participate and promote relevant Safety campaigns/initiatives.
• Carry out incident/accident investigation and H&S inspections/audits.
• Assist in the collection, monitoring and distribution of relevant Health & Safety information and accident statistics for internal and external reporting.
• Assist in training relating to Omexom and client Safety procedures and practices.
• Represent Omexom at H&S meetings and other events.
• Develop and compile Construction Phase Plans & Health and Safety Files, review Pre-Construction Information.
• Assist with the development and compilation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements for Omexom operations.
• Assist the project teams in reviewing sub-contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Ensure project compliance with CDM 2015.
• Assist with the H&S support of project PQQs and tendering activities.

The post requires a considerable degree of commitment, flexibility and adaptability to achieve business objectives, meet client expectations and work deadlines within a demanding business.

In line with Omexom's values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities:

• Team Spirit & Generosity - able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.
• Trust and Empowerment - enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.
• Integrity and Responsibility - enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high-quality results.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship - continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.

It is essential that the jobholder is a focused self-starter with the enthusiasm, motivation and the initiative to succeed in this role. A sound working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations and guidance (and their impact on day-to-day operational activities), gained from a role within a utility / contracting environment.

Qualifications required include:

• A NEBOSH general/construction certificate
• IOSH Environmental training - or equivalent
• Knowledge of electrical networks and associated plant and equipment, gained from previous relevant experience.
• Experience in compiling project H&S plans and documentation
• Experience in managing compliance with CDM 2015
• Strong IT Skills with the ability to utilise Microsoft office package.
• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence others at both an operational and management level.
• A full clean driving license.
• Experience in the transmission/distribution electricity industry and knowledge of transmission network construction.
• Experience of interfacing with external customers to ensure our employees adhere to their safety procedures, policies, and work practices to the full satisfaction of the client company.
• A sound working knowledge in the application and monitoring of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.
• HND / Degree in a relevant discipline and / or additional safety related qualifications or membership of relevant professional body.

This role will be based in Birmingham regional offices, but the successful candidate must be willing to travel on a regular basis to meet project and business requirements.