Junior SHEQ Advisor

OCU Group is looking for a Trainee SHEQ Advisor to work across Water Projects in the Yorkshire & North Lincolnshire region.

As a Trainee SHEQ Advisor you will be supporting effective SHEQ delivery within the region. You will support the operational management in their endeavours to keep our people assets and the environment safe from harm.

Responsibilities:

• Support operational teams to implement and maintain SHEQ policies procedures and management systems (ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001).

• Conduct regular site inspections audits and risk assessments across water infrastructure and treatment sites.

• Assist with delivering SHEQ training toolbox talks and briefings to staff contractors and stakeholders.

• Investigate accidents incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and implement corrective actions.

• Assist with the development of RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).

• Promote best practices and ensure environmental compliance particularly around pollution prevention waste management and discharge control.

• Maintain and analyse SHEQ data and KPIs reporting findings to management and recommending improvements.

• Liaise with project teams contractors and clients) to ensure consistent SHEQ performance.

• Stay up to date with industry developments and changes in SHEQ legislation and regulations.

What we are looking for:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)

• Experience in a SHEQ role within utilities

• Good knowledge of UK H&S legislation CDM Regulations and environmental management practices

• Full UK driving licence (role may involve travel to multiple sites)

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