Senior SHEQ Advisor

  • Full-time
  • DBS Check Required: No
  • Role Type: Permanent, Full-time

Company Description

United Living Group is a collection of four businesses dedicated to creating a connected, sustainable future:

  • United Living Property Services: Revitalizing homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces.
  • United Living New Homes: Providing build-to-rent and affordable housing solutions to address community housing challenges.
  • United Living Connected: Connecting people through fixed-line and mobile infrastructure, enabling seamless communication in today's digital age.
  • United Living Infrastructure Services: Delivering resilient infrastructure for a stable and functional future.

Job Description

  • Manage a team of SHE Advisors to support projects in the delivery of the companies Safety, Health,  and Environmental strategy and ensure managers assume full responsibility for the discharge of responsibilities, associated with their normal activities. 
  • Provide appropriate Safety, Health, and Environmental input into the tender and contract award process.
  • Act as a single point of contact for advice and expertise on Health & Safety matters to the project teams to ensure the effectiveness of the Construction Phase Plans during the lifecycle of the project.
  • Provide environmental & sustainability guidance towards meeting our targets, metrics and net zero driver
  • Reporting to the Director of SHEQ you will manage accident / incident investigations, to establish root causes and communicate learning points to prevent re-occurrence.
  • Challenge existing working methods to incorporate Health, Safety and Environmental good practice during both the design & construction phases without compromising business priorities 
  • Contribute to a safe & secure culture through behaviour-based coaching at all levels within the project, contributing towards Formal Process Safety Assessments where required.  
  • Liaise with the wider construction industry to ensure that lessons are shared and implemented 
  • Co-ordinate, develop & maintain positive relationships with local stakeholders, the HSE, Local Authorities, EA and SEPA 
  • Have an in-depth knowledge & provide expert advice on the CDM regulation covering various roles such as Client, Principal Designer & Principal Contractor.
  • Provide support & guidance to ensure project representatives are aware of their SHE roles and responsibilities in line with our Clients QMS. 
  • Undertake reviews of United Living and contractor documentation, participate in site safety meetings, H&S Audits & Sensible Monitoring Inspections on gas projects.
  • Provide independent H&S audit capability to the delivery teams for a portfolio of projects through pre-construction & construction phases. 
  • Ensure suitable controls and processes are in place for the development and ongoing management of the CDM Risk Register and monitoring of the suitability and effectiveness of the Contractor’s temporary works inspections on gas projects 
  • Assist the project team representatives with the review of contractor’s competence and identification of training needs  
  • Provide monthly H&S data & safety stats to Directors as needed.
  • Develop internal relationships to resolve issues, develop internal learning and identify opportunities for collaboration

Qualifications

  • Health and Safety Diploma (or equivalent) 
  • Chartered member of IOSH
  • Current full UK driving license 

Additional Information

  • Strong team player who can build effective relationships in a decentralised structure.
  • Good self-motivation, time management and ability to work remotely.
  • Experience of establishing, implementing, managing and continually improving SHEQ management systems.
  • Can coach peers and junior members of the extended SHEQ team in their field of expertise.
  • IT literate with a keen eye for data accuracy.
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