Junior Group Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Covering M4 corridor

at  Wernick Group Limited

The Wernick Group, an independent manufacturer and supplier of Modular and Site Accommodation permanent and temporary Buildings, is seeking to appoint a Junior Group Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor.
This exciting opportunity reflects the continued growth of the company and the position will be based at any of the following depots:
Cheltenham/Neath/Aldridge/Avonmouth or Devizes
This is an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic individual from a ‘hands on’ Trade or Technical Construction background, to develop their career.
Supporting Group Business activities around the M4 Corridor is a core function, involving regular travel with overnight accommodation and meals provided.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• On-site experience within the Construction Industry at trade or technical level and in a Health & Safety position;
• Trade or technical qualifications and minimum NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate, CITB Site Safety Management Training Scheme Certificate, and relevant CSCS card;
• Other formal Health, Safety or Environmental, training or auditing qualifications would be advantageous but not essential;
• Must have a full driving licence;
• Be a good communicator, self-motivated and ambitious to succeed;
• Be willing to take ownership of workload;
• Have good administrative and report writing skills;
• Have a high standard of IT literacy in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel;
• Have a drive to learn and develop.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carrying out Health & Safety visits, inspections and audits at Wernick Group premises and Construction sites around the UK;
• Providing advice and assisting businesses to ensure operations are fully conversant and working in compliance with statutory obligations, policies and procedures;
• Providing internal HS & E training;
• Assist development of the Wernick Group H & S Management System and documentation for use by group businesses;
• Assist with PQQs, accreditations and registrations;
• Assist progressing projects of a Health, Safety or Environmental and technical nature.
• Assist Accident and Incident investigation.