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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Health, Safety and Quality (HSQ) Advisor to support the Divisional HSQE Director in providing an efficient and effective service to the business and assist in providing timely health, safety and quality advice and support to the Group.

The ideal candidate will either be qualified to NEBOSH Certificate level (or other industry qualification).The Company will consider applicants wanting to pursue a formal qualification as this position will offer further training, development, and support so must be looking to grow a career in health and safety.

The main duties and responsibilities of the Trainee HSQ Advisor:

To develop knowledge to provide advice to site staff in connection with health and safety related issues
To learn how to successfully conduct site HSQE audits as per programme, report and follow-up on any actions.
To manage the HSQ induction process for new starters.
To liaise with the Facilities Co-Ordinator to ensure that H&S compliance is maintained at Head Office.
To understand the company's accreditations and coordinate applications / support any associated audits ensuring that standards are maintained.
To support the HSQE Director in the generation of submissions for external award schemes.
To compile reports relating to HSQ performance and where required present findings.
To support the HSQE Director in generating material in connection with HSQE campaigns (e.g. Newsletters, bulletins etc.).
To support the HSQE Director in maintaining the Health, Safety and Quality Management Systems.
To support the HSQE Director in maintaining templates and forms required, including keeping toolbox talks and risk assessments up to date.

Learning Opportunities

To become a competent DSE assessor for the Company
To assist the HSQE Director in the development and delivery of suitable in-house HSQE training to staff.
To develop in to a 'super user' of Fieldview HSQE File and aid in developing its use.
Be confident in representing and promote HSQE in meetings, workshops, management reviews and forums both internally and externally.
To obtain Accident Investigation Certification to support the company in any accident investigations
To obtain COSHH Assessor Certification to act as the focal point for COSHH assessments and ensure they are maintained on the companies document control system.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

An interest / understanding of health and safety in the workplace
Enthusiastic and drive to pursue a career in health and safety.
Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Ability to accurately maintain company databases and be confident in producing reports
Good communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels

Beneficial Skills:

Hold a technical qualification (NEBOSH Diploma or other industry qualification) or working towards it.
Valid Accident Investigation certification
Hold Internal Auditor certification (ISO45001 or ISO9001)
Competent DSE Assessor
Competent COSHH Assessor
Hold a UK driving licence or in the process of learning to drive.

The role is offered full time (08.30 - 17.30) based from our head office in Buckinghamshire with occasional travel to projects in London and the South East