Salary: £50k - 60k per year
Reference: 1404205365
O’Neill & Brennan are currently working with a well established contractor that are seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Advisor to join their team on a large scale project in Hertfordshire.

THE ROLE:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing health, safety, and environmental strategies across projects. This role is vital in promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring full compliance with statutory and internal standards, helping establish the company as an industry leader in EHS performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the EHS Manager/Lead and project teams in the implementation of safety management systems and procedures in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with operational teams to develop and monitor safe systems of work and risk assessments to ensure all project activities are well-planned and safely executed.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections; track EHS performance metrics and ensure non-conformances are addressed promptly.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects through leadership and influence.
• Engage with site teams to identify and mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks; provide ongoing coaching and support.
• Encourage and reinforce positive safety behaviours and practices among all workers.
• Ensure projects operate in full compliance with statutory obligations and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance on EHS matters throughout all project phases, from pre-construction through to completion.
• Participate in project start-up meetings and contribute to project planning and execution strategies.
• Implement and monitor the company’s EHS policies, procedures, and management systems on site.
• Support site management in communicating EHS requirements and delivering workforce inductions and ongoing briefings.
• Offer expert advice and instruction to management, employees, and subcontractors on all EHS matters.
• Assist in preparing documentation for EHS-related accreditations and audits.
• Coordinate internal and external inspections/audits and ensure timely resolution of any findings.
• Lead or support investigations into incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Produce accurate, high-quality reports for internal use and client requirements.
• Identify EHS training needs and deliver relevant training to staff and subcontractors.
• Champion a safe, healthy, and injury-free workplace as part of the company’s overall mission.
• Promote a professional, competent, and knowledge-sharing culture across all project teams.
• Act as a point of contact with regulatory authorities and client representatives on EHS matters.