Health and safety advisor civils

Health and Safety Advisor- Civils Location: Bedford Salary: GBP35,000-GBP45,000 Duration: Permanent About the company My client are a civil engineering company who specialise in residential projects. They have been running for over 28 years and have grown and expanded to become one the area rsquo;s top civil engineering and groundworks company. For this role you will lead on and provide advice, support, deliver health and safety advice to the organisation; and to be the responsible named officer for maintaining health and safety requirements. They are looking for someone who has experience in health and safety , preferably previously worked a similar role. Responsibilities * carry out risk assessments and consider how risks could be reduced * outline safe operational procedures which identify and consider all relevant hazards * carry out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented * ensure working practices are safe and comply with legislation * prepare health and safety strategies and develop internal policy * lead in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks * keep records of inspection findings and produce reports that suggest improvements * record incidents and accidents and produce statistics for managers * keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) legislation and any developments that affect the employer #39;s industry * ensure equipment is installed safely * manage and organise the safe disposal of hazardous substances, e.g. asbestos * advise on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery, and occupational diseases. Salary and Benefits * GBP35,000-GBP45,000 per annum- depending on experience * Other benefits to be negotiated on interview