A very exciting opportunity has arisen on HS2 project in UK for a Senior Heath and Safety Manager, providing strong health and safety leadership across a major sectionof the project.You will supportthe Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing for the central area of the project including the implementation of the HandS Management System to ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001:2007 certification and with Works Information.The position plays the key role in helping to establish and maintain the highest and where possible, new industry Health and Safety standards for the project.The role may involve the managing of one or more direct reporting staff. A s Senior Healthand Safety Manager you will be working on HS2 the UK’s new high-speed rail network which is believed will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain.In this position, you would be helping to deliver the HS2 main civils contracts which include both Lots S1 and S2. The value of the contracts combined is around £3.8 billion with the works due for completion in 2025.These works include twin-bored tunnels, SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.Responsibilities and Duties

Support and manage the implementation of the SCS Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy across Area Central.Understand the JV Health and Safety Policies and Processes and statutory requirements as they affect the JV operations and ensure that the requirements are implementedProvide operational and functional management advice on the practical implementation of the company’s HandS policies and processes including external stakeholders such as customers if necessary.Assist and provide advice to Contract Management in the understanding of internal and external stakeholdersaims, priorities and risks with regards to HandSAssist, where needed, with the development of Health and Safety Management plans if applicable and coordination of reviewProvide operational and functional management with advice on the prevention of accidents, incidents and ill healthUndertake and provide advice in key tasks to assist in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Health and Safety Management SystemUndertake andassist Contract Management in establishing, managing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders such as local authorities, HSE and others as required and directedAssist with and undertake HandS surveillance where required ofoperational sites. Participate, as requested in Parent Company HandS auditsProvide advice, guidance and independence with regards to the assessment of and appointment of sub-contractorsAssistwith the preparation of HandS risk assessments and safe systems of work.Undertake the monitoring, analysis of and reporting of HandS performance. Utilise data to highlight areas of further consideration, evaluation and interventionAssist or manage the investigation of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses and other incidents as directed.Assist in the preparation and implementation of HandS training and briefings, as directed.Promote best practice, capture best practice and ensure it is fed-back into the business and parent companiesSet standards and lead by example in the management of HandSLiaise with the other members of the HSS Team and the wider organisation with regards to HandSMaintain own level of knowledge and competency in relations to HandS Management and responsibilities including appropriate qualifications and professional membershipObtain competency cards in line with the JVCompetence Card Compliance StandardUnderstand the Client and Joint Venture Partners'' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes and statutory requirements as they affect the company''s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the projectAct as Deputy for the Area Head of HSW as and when required.Take a lead on the day to day management of the Safety team within the HSW team.Be a proactive, solution orientated leader within the business building strong working relationships with Operational teams and stakeholders.Desired Skills and Experience

At least five years’ experience in relevant field of Construction / Infrastructure Health and Safety senior managementDemonstrable career progression from Advisor, Senior Advisor, ManagerHeavy civils or tunnelingexperience is much preferredAct in support function, not as a ''policeman!''Able to operate with very senior leadersQualifications/Educational Requirements

Safety, Health and Environmental Diploma, Degree or equivalent NCRQ or NVQWorking towards chartered membership of IOSH – CMIOSHInstitute of Leadership and Management Level 5Employing Company Overview and Profile

Construction careers don''t get better than this! The successful Senor Health and Safety Manager candidate will join an established main contractor on the iconic HS2 project.This leading joint venture consortium JV is delivering a major portion of the tunnelling across London for High Speed 2 (HS2). The value of the project is around £2billion with the works due for completion in around 2025.This employer encourages flexible working. Professional development, such as subsidised further study, or payment of professional membership fees are available for suitable candidates.Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

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