Safety Advisor

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Safety Advisor for a reputable construction main contractor based in Stoke covering the Northern regions. This role is to manage and oversee the health and safety across a number of exciting construction projects.

This company offers comprehensive construction and development services across the Northwest and Midlands regions. Covering every stage from planning and procurement to construction, fit-out, and property services, they collaborate with clients in various sectors, including housing, healthcare, education, retail, as well as both public and private sectors.

• Operating across various local frameworks, providing a full order book.
• Profitable, long-standing construction main contractor.
• Varied, interesting projects ranging from £1m to £15m in value.
• Multi-disciplinary contractor with solid reputation.
• Exciting growth plans to increase turnover and expand regionally.
• Well-connected, accessible senior leadership team.
• Transparent, team-oriented culture.

Our client is looking to bring in a Safety Advisor to play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of workers on construction sites. Your primary responsibility is to promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards.

• Regularly inspect construction sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards
• Report and address unsafe practices or conditions promptly

• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks associated with tasks, equipment, and environmental conditions
• Develop strategies to mitigate identified risks

• Develop and implement health and safety policies tailored to the construction site
• Ensure all workers are aware of and adhere to these policies

• Provide safety training and induction sessions for new workers

• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, or near misses to determine causes
• Prepare reports and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.

• Maintain accurate records of safety audits, training sessions, incidents, and corrective actions

• Advise project managers and site supervisors on health and safety matters
• Suggest improvements to enhance overall site safety

• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards
• Ability to analyse complex situations and propose practical solutions
• Effective communication skills
• Familiarity with construction processes and equipment
• Relevant qualifications, such as NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) or IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) certification.

• Competitive salary and package
• Company car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Healthcare incentive scheme
• Regular opportunities for progression
• Variety of projects and reputable regional business

Atkins Search act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure recruitment, and service in the East and West Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.