Safety Office/Advisor

AA Euro Group are seeking an experienced Safety Officer to join a Residential Main Contractor working across the Cambridgeshire area. The role will report to the Group Health & Safety Manager and will be responsible for advising on overall compliance in matters of Health & Safety in accordance with our policies and relevant statutory provisions.  The Safety Officer must lead by example and serve as a role model in mobilising the team and ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are adopted onsite.  

Key Responsibilities

Conducting regular, formal site audits and carrying out inspections as directed in the Safety Management SystemEnsuring that a record of statutory inspections is kept for all activities and plant equipmentDelivering and completing statutory notifications to the Health & Safety Authority and conducting inspector site visits as requiredDelivering Health & Safety induction programmes for new on-site employees and contractors Managing and recommending PPE for on-site employeesAssisting Site Management in compiling cost records and forecasts for all issues associated with Health & Safety including, but not limited to, contra charges, training, purchases, etc.Organising and chairing site Safety Meetings Reviewing sub-contractors' Safety Statements and Safety ComplianceAssisting Site Management in drafting and communicating Method StatementsMaintaining and communicating site Emergency PlansConducting preliminary accident investigations and statutory notifications, while keeping Group Safety Manager updatedEnsuring First Aiders are available and that all necessary supplies and certificates are maintained Collating relevant information for inclusion in the Safety File in preparation for handover to the Client 

You will need

Health and Safety Cert, Diploma or Degree is essential2 years on site Safety Officer experience, ideally in constructionExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience in the construction industry

Location: Cambridgeshire

Job Type: Full time permanent