Job Title: HS&E Advisor – Mechanical Construction Project
Location: North Ayrshire - Fulltime onsite
Scope: Outside IR35
Overview
We are seeking an experienced HS&E Advisor to support the safe and compliant delivery of a mechanical construction project. The successful candidate will provide proactive health, safety and environmental support to site teams, ensuring full compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 while driving continuous improvement in site standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide proactive HS&E support to site management and project teams
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Undertake regular site inspections and compliance audits
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Review and challenge RAMS and risk assessments
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Monitor compliance with CDM Regulations 2015
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Liaise effectively with the Principal Contractor and subcontractors
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Support incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions
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Provide clear, concise reporting to the Head of HS&E
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Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental performance
Essential Criteria
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Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a construction site environment
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NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate
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Minimum TechIOSH membership
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Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
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Mechanical or Electrical contractor background
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Previous experience in a CDM site support role
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Experience working directly with a Principal Contractor
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Proven experience undertaking site inspections and audits
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desirable Criteria
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Experience on complex mechanical installation projects (e.g. plant rooms, HVAC, pipework, lifting operations)
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Experience supporting Principal Contractor duties under CDM
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Incident investigation and root cause analysis experience
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Experience driving behavioural safety improvements
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Experience using digital reporting systems
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Environmental awareness within construction environments
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
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Ability to positively influence site teams
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Confidence to professionally challenge unsafe behaviours
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Evidence of improving site standards, not simply maintaining compliance
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A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
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Strong organisational and communication skills
