Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor

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Balfour Beatty Plc
International infrastructure group delivering construction, support services & infrastructure investments.
Manage health, safety & wellbeing risks for M25 Connect Plus Services projects.
3 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
26,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Support services
Infrastructure investments
Project management
Engineering
Asset operation and maintenance
Infrastructure financing
Rail construction
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Off-site solutions
Pipe fabrication and installation
Infrastructure Investments
Construction Services
Support Services
Civil engineering
Building
Role
What you would be doing
hsw standards
inspections
reporting
training
incident investigation
data analysis
  • Oversee the implementation of Organisational Standards relating to HSW at a local level providing feedbacking to the HSW Managers on any areas of improvement or potential conflict with business requirements
  • Support/ undertake targeted inspections of HSW management system and supply chain audits, tracking & supporting actions to close out
  • To prepare and communicate timely reports and presentations detailing performance data on inspection findings, tracking & supporting actions to close out
  • Monitor the delivery of the communications strategy to keep HSW on the operational delivery agenda and report back to the HSW Managers on the levels of effective communication
  • Being a visible champion for HSW throughout the project engaging with Operatives and Managers
  • To review work activities against safety system of work taking appropriate action and providing documented advice where necessary
  • To support the delivery of appropriate and adequate HSW training based on Project needs
  • Support incident investigations, ensuring incidents are dealt with effectively with actions tracked to close out
  • Utilise suite of Microsoft Office applications and digital platforms at an intermediate level to review data, identify themes and prepare representative graphs.
  • To positively represent the Health, Safety & Well-being function and its strategy during conference calls and meetings
  • Provide day to day management, guidance, support and mentoring to the other HSW advisors.
  • Managing own diary and stakeholder communications to plan, schedule and conduct inspections and HSW conversations with site & depot based teams
What you bring
cscs card
nebosh
iosh member
driving license
digital meetings
construction experience
  • A current CSCS Card
  • Clean, full driving license
  • Able to maintain a regular night-time and weekend presence
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (IOSH)
  • Professional qualification in health and safety (minimum NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent)
  • Prior experience facilitating meetings via digital platforms e.g. Teams, Zoom, Skype etc
  • Prior site based construction experience
  • Experience of working on a Joint Venture
Benefits
  • Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
  • 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
  • Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
  • Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
Training + Development
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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
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Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor at Balfour Beatty Plc in Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom