The Opportunity

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.

We are looking for a Senior HSE Advisor to join our team in Devonport on a permanent basis. As Senior HSE Advisor, you will be responsible for the provision of timely advice and guidance on all matters pertaining to Health, Safety and the Environment with respect to legislation, company polices and client requirements.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Advise and assist site management in the preparation of safety and environmental plans, risk assessments and method statements for varying projects in line with company and client KPIs
• Provide authoritative guidance on Health & Safety matters to all stakeholders
• Develop HSE Strategy for site alongside HSEQ Director and Head of Safety reporting monthly on progress
• Ensure the site and other applicable management are aware of applicable legal obligations and notified of changes in legal process.
• Work with on site management in the development, delivery, implementation and maintenance of HSE policy and procedures
• Prepare safety and environmental reports as required
• Conduct safety and environmental audit and inspections in accordance with the Integrated Management System (IMS)
• Prepare daily and weekly reports to HSEQ and Divisional Directors.
• Conduct loss event investigations and prepare reports for internal and external purposes
• Provide HSE advice and direction to on site management, staff and contractors
• Assist site management in the periodic preparation and presentation of seminars/training for clients, own employees and other interested stakeholders
• Own site specific HSE documents, responsible for improvement and maintenance in collaboration with client, Head of Safety, HSEQ Director
• Liaise with Health & Safety stewards on a regular basis ensuring consultation and participation of workforce.
• Lead in promotion of Health, Wellbeing initiatives within region.
• Drive behavioural culture change programs
• Manage relationship with client’s HSE teams

What You Will Bring

The ideal candidate for the role will have the ability to plan, prioritise and organise their work, with the ability to demonstrate a professional approach to dealing with issues and employees. They will have excellent information sharing ability with the ability to adapt to different audiences.

Essential:

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of HSE Law
• Demonstrate experience in construction/ industrial services industries
• Significant experience in a safety related role
• Good level of understanding and knowledge of HSE legislation and codes of practice
• NEBOSH Health and Safety Certificate and Diploma
• Member of IoSH

Desirable:

• Environment Qualification

Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.3 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.

Our values:

• Reliability

• Ambition

• Team Spirit

• Respect