Support local management in their liaison with clients and contractors by attending meetings and other events such as working groups
Deliver HSES coaching and mentoring to core and project teams
Monitor specific environmental aspects and work in conjunction with the HS&E Manager to develop the environmental procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 14001 certification
Undertake reviews of relevant safety documentation, e.g. work package plans / task briefings
Assist the projects to deliver effective planning stages through compliance and reliability
Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm and the Zero Harm Events Calendar
Monitor emerging, new and revised legislation to assess its impact on the business.
Support the delivery of the Behavioural (Make Safety Personal – MSP) Programme
Support in machinery and workplace risk assessments
Deliver pre-work site inspections to evaluate and address potential risks at planning stages
Undertake Q/A themed audits
Gather evidence to support investigation process and its reports, including the interviewing witnesses and gathering of statements
Share learning across projects and business streams
Assist in maintaining the companies Safety management system –iSMS
Deliver site inductions
Support the projects to ensure safety leadership teams (SLT) are engaged
Be able to plan and monitor performance on SMART Objectives
Ensure effective communication of essential safety documents, e.g. safety alerts / bulletins
Promote the reporting of Close Calls throughout the business ensuring that actions are taken and feedback delivered
Ensure that lessons learned from monitoring/incidents are communicated and adopted.
Review and update Project documentation
Prepare written reports following all site visits, inspections, audits and investigations
Deliver Safety Cascades informing projects of relevant safety alerts, fast facts and lessons learnt
Ensure compliance to the business emergency planning.
Undertake planned project inspections / tours as per Frequency Matrix
Review, track and trend unplanned events and support project / site management in their completion of investigations
Deliver training and advisory sessions to personnel and contractors in conjunction with HR teams;
Promote telematics and safe driving behaviours
Ensure compliance to the BMS as well as testing the effectiveness of its various components in controlling risk and delivering continuous improvement.
Requirements
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Strong understanding and experience of the construction and civil engineering process, including constraints and requirements of specialist heavy-civils operations (e.g. lifting operations, working at height, excavations, temporary works etc.)
Good knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Graduate Member of IOSH, CMIOSH or working towards
Demonstrate commitment to continual learning to refine, further develop and apply expertise to add distinctive value to customers and Balfour Beatty
Able to demonstrate a proactive approach and ability to implement best practices
Ability to influence and promote a positive HSES culture
Strong understanding of UK Health and Safety Regulatory Framework & UK Business Management System
Ability to undertake project planning, project management and work to budgets
Tunneling experience
BMS Familiarisation
Ability to prepare formal written reports and publications on HSES topics
42 hours
Broad experience of complex construction and civils projects
NEBOSH National Diploma, NCRQ Diploma in Applied Health and Safety or equivalent Level 6 qualification
Ability to engage and converse at all levels
Ability to communicate and promote a positive Health & Safety culture
Competence in incident & accident investigation
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) competence
Benefits
Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
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
1909
Year Founded
The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.
£10 billion
Annual Revenues
The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.
FTSE 250
Stock Exchange Ranking
The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.
It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.
Culture + Values
They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
They prioritize personal safety above all else.
They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
They foster a culture of positive communication.
They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
They encourage growth and development continuously.
They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
They value every individual and their contributions.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2045 & 2050
Emissions Reduction Targets
Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
50% Emissions Cut by 2030
Carbon Reduction Goal
Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.
40% Waste Reduction
UK Waste Intensity Target
Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.
£3B Social Value by 2025
Community Investment Goal
Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.
Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle
Inclusion & Diversity
60% by 2030
Minority Ethnic & Black Representation
Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.
50% by 2030
Female Colleagues
Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.
Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn