HSSE Advisor

Wood are keen to hear from HSSE professionals with extensive experience in the construction and engineering sector. 

This will be a staff position for an ongoing project in the Hertfordshire area. 

The Role

Provides challenge, support, assurance and expert advice on all matters relating to the Security, Safety, Health & Environment  in order for location/project/contract to achieve objectives and performance targets.

• Provide positive leadership on HSSE issues and promote the adoption of SSHEQ best practice
• Promote an enthusiastic SSHEQ culture that delivers positive commitment to, and engages all employees in, continuous performance improvement
• Lead and provide functional management of HSSE personnel under their control

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the HSSE management system and progress against the company Performance Standards.  Make recommendations for improvement where appropriate
• Provide assistance and advice to the Project Manager/Location Manager with responsibility for HSSE
• Contribute to-wards developing annual HSSE objectives for Project/Location.  Monitor and report on the implementation and effectiveness
• Assist with the identification of HSSE training needs and monitor delivery and recording
• Monitor and report on the implementation of the approved HSSE objectives
• Produce HSSE performance reports as required
• Promptly alert line and functional management to significant accidents and incidents.  Where appropriate be involved in the investigation and ensure that the findings are reported and appropriately shared
• Review accident and incident reports.  Identify any trends and ensure that there is appropriate response to prevent future occurrence
• Carry out audits / reviews as necessary to ensure compliance with processes / legislation

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent or NEBOSH General Certificate 
• Lead Auditor (certified)
• IOSH Managing Environmental Responsibilities (or similar)
• Member of recognised Professional Body
• Management skills
• CDM knowledge 

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.