Safety Advisor

Omexom is a brand through which VINCI Energies undertakes its Transmission & Distribution activities. We specialise in the design, supply, installation, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical infrastructures for a varied range of electricity utility companies and renewable energy developers throughout the UK and Ireland.

At Omexom you are free to be who you are and what you want to be. You can be part of a community that fosters entrepreneurial spirit and supports you in your personal development.

We offer a flexible working environment with strong benefits. Our culture is reflected in our values which we embody by empowering and bringing together amazing people.

The Role

A Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor is required by the Omexom’s Ireland business unit to be responsible for co-ordinating, promoting and advising on all SHEQ matters, covering a range of projects, ensuring that the highest standards of operational safety are always maintained.

Reporting to the Business Unit General Manager, duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a role model in the approach to all safety, health, environment, and quality-related matters, thereby supporting the business in developing the culture within the project teams.

• Participate and promote relevant Safety campaigns/initiatives.

• Carry out incident/accident investigation and SHEQ inspections/audits.

• Assist in the collection, monitoring and distribution of relevant Safety, Health, Environment and Quality information and accident statistics for internal and external reporting

• Assist in training relating to Omexom and client Safety procedures and practices.

• Represent Omexom at SHEQ meetings and other events.

• Develop and compile Construction Phase Plans & Health and Safety Files, Quality Plans, review Pre-Construction Information.

• Assist with the development and compilation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements for Omexom operations.

• Assist the project teams in reviewing sub-contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statement

• Ensure project compliance with CDM 2015

• Assist with the SHEQ support of project PQQs and tendering activities

The post requires a considerable degree of commitment, flexibility, and adaptability to achieve business objectives, meet client expectations and work deadlines within a demanding business. The jobholder will also be encouraged to develop within the role, taking on additional responsibilities and duties.

Essential Skills and Competencies

It is essential that the jobholder is a focused self-starter with the enthusiasm, motivation and initiative to succeed in this role.

The jobholder must possess:

• A sound working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations and guidance (and their impact on day to day operational activities), gained from a role within a utility / contracting environment.

• A NEBOSH general/construction certificate

• IOSH Environmental training – or equivalent

• Knowledge of electrical networks and associated plant and equipment, gained from previous relevant experience.

• Experience in compiling project SHEQ plans and documentation

• Experience in managing compliance with CDM 2015

• Strong IT Skills with the ability to utilise Microsoft office package.

• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence others at both an operational and management level.

• A full clean driving license

Desirable

• Experience in the transmission/distribution electricity industry and knowledge of transmission network construction.

• Experience of interfacing with external customers to ensure our employees adhere to their safety procedures, policies, and work practices to the full satisfaction of the client company.

• A sound working knowledge in the application and monitoring of, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.

• HND / Degree in a relevant discipline and / or additional safety related qualifications or membership of relevant professional body.

General

This role will be based in Ireland from one of our regional offices, but the successful candidate must be willing to travel to meet project and business requirements. A competitive salary and benefits package will apply.

Interested candidates should forward a covering letter and CV to paul.smith@omexom.co.uk clearly indicating the role and reference number they are applying for. Candidates must demonstrate how they meet the above criteria in their CV, as this information will be used for short-listing purposes.