What you'll be doing

• Promoting Health, Safety and Wellbeing throughout the Project;


• Advising managers and operatives of good practice;


• Managing the operational Health, Safety and Wellbeing requirements of BBVS JV
  undertakings


• Ensuring project compliance with statutory legislation and contractual Health,
  Safety and Wellbeing requirements indicated in the Works Information.


• Provide project teams with expert HSW technical advice, guidance and support.


• Collaboratively engage with both internal & external customers and the supply chain to promote zero harm delivery.


• Undertake regular site inspections as per project risk matrix and produce formal
  reports using the Project Portal to record HSW inspections.


• Undertake regular checks on Health and Safety Risk Management highlighting risks and opportunities.


• Support the delivery of HSW Key Performance Indicators at project and business
  level


• Provide expert support to investigate accidents, incidents and near miss events in accordance with BBVSJV standards and BMS requirements.

Who we're looking for

• Relevant degree, NEBOSH Diploma or Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Health
  vocational qualification.


• Member of the Institution of Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Health (TechIOSH / GradIOSH)


• Experience in H&S within the Civil Engineering sector, including demolition and ground engineering on major projects


• Ability to prepare technical inspection, audit reports and other documentation for
  submission to internal and external stakeholders.


• Previous experience in conducting incident investigations to a high standard including the utilisation of incident reporting software and including Root Cause Analysis.


• Confident with Microsoft Office 365 suite and online databases and general IT


• Extensive knowledge and experience relevant to Health and Safety in construction


• Wide-ranging experience with major projects in the building, civil and rail sector


• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com