Construction Safety, Health, Environment & Wellbeing (SHEW) Advisor - 32104

Overview

Provide SHEW advice, audits and training for construction projects across England

Key Responsibilities

• shew leadership
• incident investigation
• report production
• technical advice
• site audits
• training delivery

Tasks

-Leading on specialist SHEW topics and contributing to strategic SHEW projects -Supporting framework communities of practice and promoting best practice -Supporting incident investigations and embedding lessons learned -Producing clear, actionable reports and following up on findings -Providing technical advice across construction, and maintenance activities -Conducting audits and inspections of construction sites and delivery partners -Developing and delivering training and awareness tools

Requirements

• nebosh
• gradiosh
• iosh
• incident investigation
• behavioural safety
• digital tools

What You Bring

-A Strong background in construction safety -Professional accreditation or chartership (e.g. GradIOSH, CMIOSH) -CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. -Confidence in reviewing and improving ways of working to ensure consistent application of SHEW legislation and best practice. -Proven health, safety, and wellbeing experience in construction delivery projects -You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer. -Familiarity with behavioural safety approaches -Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis -Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH or IIRSM), ideally Chartered or working towards -Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with an ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and translate complex safety requirements into practical guidance. -NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction Certificate (UK) -Working knowledge of digital safety tools and reporting platforms

About Environment Agency

-Established to regulate and protect the environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding natural resources. -With a mission to create a cleaner, healthier environment, it ensures proper management of water, waste, and air quality. -The agency works on diverse projects, from flood defense systems to energy-efficient infrastructure, enhancing public safety. -Key areas of specialization include water resources, marine protection, waste management, and sustainability in transport and utilities. -It operates across a broad spectrum of sectors, coordinating with governments and private entities to drive environmental improvements. -Notably, it manages complex flood risk programs and pollution control measures, often taking innovative approaches to problem-solving. -The agency is a cornerstone of the UK's environmental policies, ensuring compliance and setting benchmarks for future generations.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-interviews conducted via ms teams (week commencing 24 november)