Construction SHE Advisor

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Provide HSE advice, support and assurance for construction projects, ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • defect closure
  • quality compliance
  • shes reporting
  • cdm advisory
  • risk register
  • hse assurance

Tasks

-Provide support to the EPC PMs and Project Supervisors in expediting the timely close out of notified defects and by challenging the Contractors Quality Management System to drive through contractual compliance and continual improvement. -Assist the project leads with the review of contractor’s competence and identification of Health and Safety training needs. -Provide monthly SHES data / statistics to line management as needed. -Provide appropriate SHES input into the tender and contract award process, including review of the QA, materials, and process safety engineering aspects. -Provide CDM expertise and advice to the project, working to manage interfaces and ensure that statutory compliance is achieved. -Encourage the adoption of best practice initiatives and look for opportunities to make HSE improvements. -Support accident / incident investigations to establish root causes, providing expert advice, support and guidance on legal framework and communicate learning points. -Provide input into the development, review and implementation of NG policies, procedures and specifications as required and promote best practice and lessons learned. -Develop relations and networks between TO’s and other members of project teams outside of the parent organisation. -Provide a single point of contact for advice and expertise on HSE management. To ensure the effectiveness of the Construction Phase Plans, Construction Environmental Management and sustainability strategies during the lifecycle of the project. -Support the implementation and delivery of company SHES strategies Strategic Infrastructure projects. -Provide independent HSE Assurance advice and audit capability to Strategic Infrastructure Project Teams through design, pre-construction & construction, testing & commissioning phases. -Liaise with the wider construction industry to ensure that lessons are shared and implemented. -Actively engage, coach, and positively influence staff, managers and contractors on SHES performance and risk management to promote a positive HSE culture across Strategic Infrastructure. -Liaise with Principal Contractors to ensure the preparation and implementation SHES management systems and arrangements. -Liaise with the Principal Designer, to ensure the preparation and implementation design risk reviews, along with the collation of the pre-construction information, to ensure fulfilment of Duty Holders responsibilities. -Plan and implement site assurance programme for projects on a risk-based approach. -Ensure suitable controls and processes are in place for the development and ongoing management of the CDM Risk Register.

Requirements

  • hse legislation
  • root cause
  • incident investigation
  • cdm
  • assurance
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to identify and assess patterns of resistance and effective problem-solving skills. -Thorough knowledge of HSE legislation and behavioural safety programs with 3+ years’ experience working in a similar construction HSE role. -Experienced in auditing and root cause analysis techniques. -Experience in conducting multi-level incident investigations and report writing skills. Including abilities in root cause analysis and preventative mitigation planning -Ability to develop & deliver training/briefing material in an innovative, enjoyable but effective way. -Seen as an expert with a great understanding and working knowledge of CDM Regulations with demonstrable experience managing interfaces between contractors, working with duty holders, and ensuring compliance. -Seen as a leader and expert on defined safety and health issues. -Experienced in the development and implementation of robust assurance programs for HSE in construction. -Good inter-personal skills with proven skills in coaching and motivating people. -Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all organisational levels (including Senior Managers). -Experienced in the management and review of Contract documentation and awareness of Professional Services Framework Contracts. -Ability to recommend preventative action, develop new initiatives and co-ordinate or ensure their implementation. -Good knowledge or awareness of National Grid policies, procedures, processes, and specifications, particularly how projects are delivered in the construction phase.

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine

Interview Process

-interviews will be held on monday 24th november.