As HSE Advisor at Siemens Smart Infrastructure you will offer expert knowledge and skills in order to effectively manage, generate and promote a positive HSE culture within the business. This role will be flexible in location with a combination of remote working and travel to sites, with requirements to travel across the UK, predominantly in the south of the UK.

Working with functional, line and project managers the role will provide the necessary support and guidance in health, safety and environmental requirements, thus ensuring compliance at all times with both company and statutory HSE requirements.

Reporting to the Head of EHS you will have, but not limited to the following responsibilities:

• Provide support in the preparation and development of HSE strategies and internal policy
• Support the development of robust HSE plans, risk assessments and safe work procedures
• Assist in the development of HSE plans for future bids and proposals
• Review  current  operational risk assessments and safe working procedures and practice to ensure suitability and that they are and remain “fit for purpose”
• Undertake regular site inspections and compliance audits across the business portfolio (both planned or unplanned) to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented and adhered to
• Manage records of site inspection findings to ensure the appropriate control measures are being implemented by the project, service & maintenance teams to reduce risk
• Support Line Managers to ensure the appropriate level of investigation is conducted for any accident / incident / dangerous occurrence that takes place and help identify the root cause and support in recommending the most effective corrective action to prevent a recurrence

• Provide the appropriate level of health safety and environmental input and attendance as required at departmental meetings (internal and external)
• Act as a guide / facilitator during external audits
• Provide regular reports and statistical data on the status of HSE matters
• Assist in the development and deployment of HSE tool box talks and safety bulletins
• Provide on-site HSE support to meet project contractual requirements

Qualifications / Experience required to succeed:

• Hold or working towards a recognised qualification in health & safety or environmental management (IOSH) 
• Knowledge and understanding of current occupational health, safety and environment legislation and requirements 
• Effectiveness in dealing with personnel at all levels
• Good communication skills including presenting information, writing reports, and liaising with external clients