Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements.
Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group’s behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums.
Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements.
Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc.
Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities.
Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions.
Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation.
Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture.
Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group.
Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate.
Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives.
Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager)
Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps.
Support the successful implementation of the Group’s ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales.
Requirements
chartered
nebosh
safety advisor
residential
tier 1
Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status
Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma
Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting
Benefits
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
2 Volunteering days per annum
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
£3.78 bn
Revenue in 2024
Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.
17,500 homes
Annual homes built
Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.
Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.
Culture + Values
Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done
Environment + Sustainability
42% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut
Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
51.6% Reduction
Scope 3 Emissions per m²
Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
97% Waste Diversion
Construction Waste Recycling
97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².
5.3% Emissions Drop
Scope 1 & 2 Progress
Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.
Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth
Inclusion & Diversity
August 2024
Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions
The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.
Gold Award
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.
November 2023
Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction
Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.
Over 100
Trained mental health first-aiders
Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.
Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue