Description
Our aim is to become a market leader in provision of Electric Vehicle charging solutions provider to Local Authorities and businesses as part of our strategy to lead the transition to zero carbon.
The goal is to undertake an ambitious electric vehicle charging installation program, deploying high volume and quality EV installations across the nation. Our aim is to make the world a better place, one charge point at a time.
The Role
The Senior HSEQ Advisor will assist in advising both the operational and support service teams on all HSEQ matters. The Senior HSEQ Advisor will support implementation of our organisations HSEQ Management System.
Duties
• Actively develop, support and lead activities aimed at making HSEQ a fundamental component within our organisation promoting and reinforcing a positive reporting and no blame HSEQ culture.
• Strategically develop and recommend HSEQ targets, objectives and strategies in collaboration with the Operations Director and Business Change & Assurance Director and the rest of the team.
• Maintain a detailed working knowledge of relevant HSEQ legislation, industry best practice and subject expertise to ensure that our business compliance obligations are met.
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the HSEQ Management System to ensure compliance with ISO certifications (9001, 14001, and 45001), including the Management System (SharePoint), Reporting Systems, Legal Registers, Environmental Compliance, Audit platforms etc
• Sit on the Project Change Board to support management of change through impact assessment, GAP analysis, workshops, awareness training, internal audit, proactive implementation and review.
• Monitor & measure objectives, targets & HSEQ performance proactively via audits & site visits. Own the HSEQ dashboard, review and analyse trends and relay data through regular HSEQ, team, leadership and stakeholder meetings using slide packs and other tools.
• Manage the Legal register including regular review and documentation of compliance updates for example ensure full compliance and awareness of CDM 2015 regulations within our business
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, identifying and mitigating risks to protect people and property.
• Coordinate the annual Management Review, ensuring all inputs and outputs are aligned with the requirements of ISO 9001 and utilise the outputs to develop future objectives and KPIs.
• Lead internal audits and be the lead representative for our business for to maintenance our UKAS accredited ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certifications.
• Embed proactive quality implementation and incident prevention behaviours across all teams through hazard observations, NCR awareness and lessons learned.
• Ensure that sub-contractors activities meet relevant HSEQ compliance obligations by ensuring suitable monitoring and supervision are established.
• Manage the scheduling, production and delivery of HSEQ awareness training
Outcome, Results and Key performance indicators:
• Successful implementation of the HSEQ Management System & processes using internal audits & site visits in line with ISO Standards
• Retention of accreditations e.g. UKAS accredited ISO Certifications, Achilles, Safe Contractor etc.
• Collection of attendance data of safety briefings and drop in sessions and communication with departments to ensure continuous improvement.
Essential criteria
• A working knowledge of CDM 2015
• Experience/knowledge of engineering/manufacturing operational environment
• Working knowledge of UK HSE regulations
• Understanding of ISO requirements and management systems
• Internal and external audit experience
• Schedule, develop & deliver HSEQ awareness training
• Determining solutions for risk reduction and compliance.
• Quality Management awareness including developing a culture of continuous improvement and management of change
• Knowledge or experience of incident investigation and NCR
• Clear and concise reporting (verbally and in writing)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite e.g. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Lists, Power Automate etc is essential.
Behaviours:
• Delivery focused and committed to achievement of project/company goals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Innovative thinking skills with the ability to challenge the status quo.
• Skilled in negotiation, influencing and compromise.
• Conceptual & analytical approach to problem solving.
• Good interpersonal skills & the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Adaptability to deal with complex and rapidly changing projects, priorities and situations.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Analytical mindset is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and try something new.
Qualifications:
• Level 3 NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate or equivalent
• 2 years health & safety, environmental and quality experience in a similar industry
• Lead Auditor training
• IOSH Membership - TechIOSH working towards CertIOSH Minimum
Desirable criteria
• Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice
• IEMA / NEBOSH Environmental Awareness / Equivalent
• Incident Investigation Training
• CSCS Card
• Experience leading ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 audits Internal or Third Party Auditor training
• Other H&S training (SSSTS, SMSTS, NRSWA, etc).
NB - Must be available to visit the Leeds area 4 times a year
How to apply
Closing date: 29th June 2025
Please e-mail a targeted CV, cover letter (explaining your interest in this position) & registration form to brent.works@brent.gov.uk or alternatively, apply on https://brentworks.brent.gov.uk/
