Health & Safety Advisor

Overview

Lead EHS initiatives, risk management and compliance for EMCOR UK

Key Responsibilities

• incident management
• policy review
• risk register
• ehs training
• iso audits
• statutory compliance

Tasks

-Build trusted relationships across teams to deliver collaborative, accountable EHS performance. -Provide expert EHS and risk support to the account team, client, supply chain, and volunteers—advising on all safety and wellbeing matters. -Collaborate with SQR and HSW Business Partners to uphold EMCOR UK’s EHS standards. -Oversee statutory interactions, ensuring full compliance with HSE and other regulatory bodies. -Review and improve HSWE policies, risk assessments, method statements, and permits to work. -Escalate unmanaged risks, contribute to the risk register, and flag gaps in existing safety policies. -Manage submissions for RoSPA, British Safety Council, and environmental awards. -Guide line management on environmental aspects, sustainability goals, and the Aspect & Impacts register. -Deliver EHS training to maintain competence across all stakeholders. -Lead incident management: ensure timely reporting, investigation, corrective actions, and learning from EHS events. -Promote occupational health initiatives and work with HR to support employees with health conditions and adjustments. -Stay ahead of legislative changes, updating policies and processes to maintain compliance with EMCOR UK’s Legal Register. -Advise on project safety, CDM, and EHS for minor and capital works. -Drive effective communication through meetings, briefings, reports, and publications. -Support ISO standards (9001, 45001, 14001) through audit readiness and site-based compliance -Support assurance activities (Level 1–3) aligned with the SQR framework. -Champion a strong BTFL culture that embeds EHS and Wellbeing principles, driving engagement through the culture group and balanced scorecard. -Support audits—internal, external, and client-led—ensuring corrective actions are closed out on time. -Attend CoP and peer groups to shape health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental initiatives.

Requirements

• cdm2015
• iso 9001
• nebosh
• iosh
• auditor
• iema

What You Bring

-An understanding of CDM2015 and BS 5975 Temporary Works Standard. -Experience of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 and 45003 standards -Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of safety and risk management. -Auditor trained or auditing experience. -Understanding of EHS legislation. -IEMA or similar in environmental awareness. -A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a health and safety related role. -NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent. -Evidence of continuing professional development (member of IOSH). -Previous experience of working in a regulated environment. -Working knowledge of quality management systems, procedural technical and HSE compliance.

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Benefits

-Paid volunteering and charity days -Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year -Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries. -Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral -GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining -25 Days holidays + Bank holidays -Bike To Work Scheme -Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing. -Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover. -Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.

About Emcor Uk

-Founded as a pioneering force in the facilities management industry, EMCOR UK has evolved into a trusted partner for a wide range of sectors. -With a robust portfolio in engineering and energy services, EMCOR UK excels in providing sustainable and innovative solutions to complex challenges. -Their expertise spans across commercial, residential, and industrial properties, offering tailor-made solutions that meet unique client needs. -EMCOR UK is known for delivering high-value projects, including critical infrastructure, energy-efficient systems, and comprehensive maintenance services. -The company is part of the global EMCOR Group, leveraging international resources while maintaining a strong local presence in the UK. -Recent standout projects include transforming energy use in large commercial facilities and providing state-of-the-art utilities management for both private and public sectors.

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