Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Safety, Health & Environment Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: North Yorkshire Date Posted: 28.11.2023 We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across North Yorkshire. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements.Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture.Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums.Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales.Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements.Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives.Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps.Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group.Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc.Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation.Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities.Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager)Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions.Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate.Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database.Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required.Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts.Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project.Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site.Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors.Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards.Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate.Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required.Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Safety, Health & Environment Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: North Yorkshire Date Posted: 28.11.2023 We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across North Yorkshire. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements.Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture.Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums.Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales.Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements.Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives.Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps.Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group.Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc.Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation.Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities.Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager)Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions.Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate.Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database.Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required.Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts.Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project.Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site.Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors.Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards.Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate.Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required.Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost. Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. What you'll need? To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations . A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. Our Company and Benefits We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost. Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. What you'll need? To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations . A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. Our Company and Benefits We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across North Yorkshire. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across North Yorkshire. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Bristol and surrounding areas. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare and Dental Insurance Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Experience in the construction industry Experience in a SHE role Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, let's tell you about us Vistry Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds - we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality. We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Bristol and surrounding areas. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare and Dental Insurance Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Experience in the construction industry Experience in a SHE role Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, let's tell you about us Vistry Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds - we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality. We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Safety, Health & Environment Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Bristol, Avon Date Posted: 18.03.2024 We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Bristol and surrounding areas. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare and Dental Insurance Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Experience in the construction industry Experience in a SHE role Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements.Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture.Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums.Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales.Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements.Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives.Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps.Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group.Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc.Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation.Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities.Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager)Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions.Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate.Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database.Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required.Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts.Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project.Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site.Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors.Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards.Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate.Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required.Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best pra
Mar 18, 2024
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Safety, Health & Environment Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Bristol, Avon Date Posted: 18.03.2024 We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Bristol and surrounding areas. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare and Dental Insurance Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Experience in the construction industry Experience in a SHE role Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements.Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture.Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums.Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales.Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements.Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives.Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps.Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group.Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc.Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation.Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities.Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager)Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions.Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate.Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database.Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required.Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts.Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project.Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site.Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors.Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards.Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate.Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required.Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best pra
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Peterborough on a 12 month fixed term contract. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry would be beneficial Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Mar 15, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Peterborough on a 12 month fixed term contract. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry would be beneficial Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Support the business in measuring and monitoring performance against the Group and Divisional Sustainability Route Maps. Maintain a dynamic and driven approach to promoting and supporting SHE across the Group. Promote Vistry Group as a business which effectively manages SHE, through communications with relevant external professionals, e.g. legislative authorities and industry associations, forums, etc. Provide specialist support through advice and guidance for the completion of pre-qualification and tender documentation. Assist site management in preparing the construction SHE Plans prior to a project commencing and review them at each monthly safety, health and environmental review to plan for future activities. Carry out a formal SHE reviews on all sites, on a monthly basis as a minimum, to ensure compliance with the Vistry Group SHE Policies, Standards and legislation. Ensure that all reviews are thorough, factually based, independent and show a truthful reflection of site conditions and compliance with Vistry Group Standards. All formal reviews must include a review of forward planning for up and coming works for at least, but not limited to four weeks. Where practicable, carry out informal interim site visits to offer support, advice and guidance to site teams once minimal review requirements have been met (this will include cross over visits to other sites and/or other regions as directed by the Regional SHE Manager) Where working practices pose a significant risk to safety, health or the environment, ensure that the unsafe operation is stopped, that site and business unit management are informed immediately and provide the appropriate support, advice and assistance in identifying and implementing the necessary remedial actions. Provide suitable safety, health and environmental information to the business in the form of staff briefings, annual update forums, workshops, presentations, etc. and support and participate in any company induction programmes, as appropriate. Assist in the collation of SHE information for monthly reports and input the relevant information into the Vistry Group database. Identify areas/operations that require specific safety, health and/or environmental instructions and organise and undertake this instruction on site, as required. Provide information in the form of instructions, Best Practice Guidance, Codes of Practice, Information Sheets etc., and ensure site teams are provided with Group communications on safe working practices and alerts. Ensure induction instructions are reviewed every month for relevance to current operations and ensure they are effectively carried out on each project. Assist project teams in the review of high-risk contractors' method statements, provide any assistance required in assessing other method statements and monitor the implementation of the same on site. Assist business units in the performance management of subcontractors. Ensure, by instructions, advice, information and training, that projects are being carried out to meet Vistry Group SHE standards. Ensure that the Site Manager is advised if the project is not achieving Vistry Group SHE standards and further advise the Operations Director, Business Unit Managing Director, Regional Environmental Advisor, Group Environmental Manager and Group SHE Director, as appropriate. Communicate effectively with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding the Health and Safety Policy and all relevant inspections, accidents and incidents. Ensure that relevant accidents and dangerous occurrences are reported promptly to the Business Unit Directors, Group SHE Director and the HSE as required. Promptly investigate all safety, health and environmental accidents/incidents as required by legislation and best practice, in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Make known and discuss any significant findings/recommendations throughout Vistry Group. Assist business units in closing out all incident investigations promptly and completely. Ensure all investigation recommendations are implemented. Liaise with Business Unit Managers on a project's safety, health and environmental standards. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of Group SHE Management Systems and any improvements necessary. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
In a nutshell We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Peterborough on a 12 month fixed term contract. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry would be beneficial Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry.
Mar 14, 2024
Full time
In a nutshell We have a great opportunity for a Safety, Health & Environment Advisor to join our team within Vistry Services, covering sites across Peterborough on a 12 month fixed term contract. As our Safety, Health & Environment Advisor you will be responsible for supporting Vistry Group in the safe planning, delivery and review of a variety complex projects across all areas of the construction and maintenance industry whilst ensuring compliance with the Vistry Group Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Policies, Standards and legislation. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Must have NEBOSH Construction or equivalent diploma. Experience in the construction industry would be beneficial Experience in a Safety Advisor role within Residential Construction or Tier 1 Contracting Member of a Professional Body, progressing to Chartered status. Experience in housebuilding desirable More about the Safety, Health & Environment Advisor role Identify the roles and responsibilities of Vistry Group in respect of the CDM Regulations for each project and agree a course of action with the Business Manager and Site Manager to satisfy these requirements. Facilitate the implementation of policies and procedures within business units to help reduce risk and support a positive SHE culture. Proactively drive and promote the Vistry Group's behavioural approach through site visits, management meetings and forums. Support the successful implementation of the Group's ActivSHEQ database through promotion and of the system at site level and input of data required by an SHE Advisor in accordance with company guidance and timescales. Support SHE line management in the implementation of all Group SHE Standards and report any issues arising on site or within business units which may have an impact on SHE compliance and/or SHE resource requirements. Actively support the business units as an Advisor in regular SHE Management Reviews, to assess and improve performance. Support the business in planning reviewing and achieving SHE objectives. Finally, lets tell you a bit about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry.
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost. Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. What you'll need? To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations . A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. Our Company and Benefits We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Mar 04, 2024
Full time
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost. Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. What you'll need? To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations . A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. Our Company and Benefits We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Title: Works Manager
Reports to: Southern Operations Manager
The Company: Our client FabSpeed (part of Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc) is a national multi-site operation employing approximately 100 staff. Every day the UK’s biggest and best housing developers rely on FabSpeed Products and Services for their construction projects. Since 2001 they have suppled brickwork and masonry solutions Including Prefabricated lightweight and structural arches, false chimneys and a vast variety of brick specials to thousands of building sites across the UK. Their mission is to continue to develop innovative and cost-efficient solutions backed up by great client service and fast turnaround times.
Based at: Watlington Site, Oxfordshire, OX49 5EQ
Job purpose: Responsible for the day to management and running of the site. Ensuring all operations and tasks are delivered safely, effectively and efficiently.
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
* Lead departmental safety improvement plan through area ownership, accountability and behavioural change
* Drive site Health and Safety (H&S) policy following company & statutory regulations & guidelines
* Act as a role model to ensure the site H&S policy is implemented and followed and to encourage the importance of being mindful to potential hazards and ensuring a behavioural safety culture is developed and sustained on site
* Lead to improve the business culture and develop the company processes moving forward
* Manage and develop efficient output targets and budgets
* Manage the control input costs, budgets and setting functional objectives/targets.
* In conjunction with other departments ensure all quality, environmental, energy management targets are met in accordance with relevant standards
* Develop plans and ideas for continuous business improvement
* Manage and review engineering effectiveness
* Ensure efficient procurement and use of materials or capital.
* Liaise with different departments, teams and companies, e.g. suppliers, managers, clients
* Establish strong communication and working relations with other functional managers to implement the company’s policies and goals
* Collate and analyse data, putting together production reports for both managers and customers
* Review teams’ performances and identify training needs
* Oversee and assist in the recruitment and selection process as and when required
* Translate the Company strategic objectives into local site-based targets
Key Experience and Qualifications:
* Solid understanding of H&S procedures and legislation (preferably NEBOSH qualified)
* Evidence of Leadership / Management training
* At least 2 Years’ experience managing people
* Experience with ISO9001:2015
* Construction industry background desirable (but all candidates will be considered)
Technical skills and Personality Traits:
Good team worker demonstrating loyalty and commitment to the Company and team members
High organisational skills and ability to manage a number of projects at the same time.
Ability to prioritise own workload.
Ability to work under pressure and multitask
Good communication skills
Leadership skills and the ability to motivate others to meet deadlines
Good knowledge in IT skills (for example Microsoft Office; especially Excel)
Must be detail oriented
Strong negotiation skills for getting materials within budget at the right time
A results-driven approach to work
Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Title: Works Manager
Reports to: Southern Operations Manager
The Company: Our client FabSpeed (part of Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc) is a national multi-site operation employing approximately 100 staff. Every day the UK’s biggest and best housing developers rely on FabSpeed Products and Services for their construction projects. Since 2001 they have suppled brickwork and masonry solutions Including Prefabricated lightweight and structural arches, false chimneys and a vast variety of brick specials to thousands of building sites across the UK. Their mission is to continue to develop innovative and cost-efficient solutions backed up by great client service and fast turnaround times.
Based at: Watlington Site, Oxfordshire, OX49 5EQ
Job purpose: Responsible for the day to management and running of the site. Ensuring all operations and tasks are delivered safely, effectively and efficiently.
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
* Lead departmental safety improvement plan through area ownership, accountability and behavioural change
* Drive site Health and Safety (H&S) policy following company & statutory regulations & guidelines
* Act as a role model to ensure the site H&S policy is implemented and followed and to encourage the importance of being mindful to potential hazards and ensuring a behavioural safety culture is developed and sustained on site
* Lead to improve the business culture and develop the company processes moving forward
* Manage and develop efficient output targets and budgets
* Manage the control input costs, budgets and setting functional objectives/targets.
* In conjunction with other departments ensure all quality, environmental, energy management targets are met in accordance with relevant standards
* Develop plans and ideas for continuous business improvement
* Manage and review engineering effectiveness
* Ensure efficient procurement and use of materials or capital.
* Liaise with different departments, teams and companies, e.g. suppliers, managers, clients
* Establish strong communication and working relations with other functional managers to implement the company’s policies and goals
* Collate and analyse data, putting together production reports for both managers and customers
* Review teams’ performances and identify training needs
* Oversee and assist in the recruitment and selection process as and when required
* Translate the Company strategic objectives into local site-based targets
Key Experience and Qualifications:
* Solid understanding of H&S procedures and legislation (preferably NEBOSH qualified)
* Evidence of Leadership / Management training
* At least 2 Years’ experience managing people
* Experience with ISO9001:2015
* Construction industry background desirable (but all candidates will be considered)
Technical skills and Personality Traits:
Good team worker demonstrating loyalty and commitment to the Company and team members
High organisational skills and ability to manage a number of projects at the same time.
Ability to prioritise own workload.
Ability to work under pressure and multitask
Good communication skills
Leadership skills and the ability to motivate others to meet deadlines
Good knowledge in IT skills (for example Microsoft Office; especially Excel)
Must be detail oriented
Strong negotiation skills for getting materials within budget at the right time
A results-driven approach to work
Area General Manager (Ref: 11221)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
We have a vacancy for an Area General Manager who will develop and lead strategies to help us develop and expand our Concrete2you business across London. You'll target smaller businesses and customers, considering all opportunities to develop awareness of our products and services within this customer segment, with a keen focus on growth and high value sales.
It's an exciting time to join London Concrete as we develop further products and services. London Concrete has operated since its inception, as a business that prides itself on its ability to service major customers on major contracts with high volumes of high specification concrete. You'll play a pivotal role in helping us broaden our appeal to smaller customers and make an important contribution to our strategic goal of being the supplier of choice for all customer types across London.
Reporting to the Director of London Concrete you'll enjoy full P&L responsibility, manage an external sales manager and also work closely with the cash sale team based in our Brentford Office.
What’s on offer?
* Competitive Salary, plus Car/Car Allowance, Commercial Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
* Opportunities for Hybrid working, sometimes working from home, our offices and where you are most effective.
* Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected Readymix team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
* Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
* An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.
What will you bring?
* Strong commercial and business acumen.
* Track record and experience of developing strong commercial customer relationships.
* Experience managing P&L or strong financial knowledge (i.e. Income Statement, Balance Sheet etc.)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage people & influence and build credibility across an organisation.
* Stakeholder management at senior level, coupled with the ability to work well across a matrix organisation.
* Detail and results oriented with strong personal values to succeed.
* Highly organised with demonstrable planning and delivery capabilities.
* An appreciation of or experience of working collaboratively with technical teams across businesses
* Excellent change management skills and time management; from technical change to behavioural change, from ideas to action planning and implementation.
About London Concrete
London Concrete offer a network of state-of-the-art production units that incorporate the latest advancements in plant & materials technology to ensure the highest standard in concrete quality.
Our integrated supply network and highly experienced management team makes us the supplier of choice for the full range of Readymix concrete products including high early / ultimate strength, spray concrete, self compacting, heavyweight, lightweight and coloured concrete.
All plants have computerised autographic batching systems, hot water facilities, cold weather protection and collect facilities available.
We operate a London-wide fleet FORS accredited truck mixers. All aggregates are supplied to the concrete batching plants either by rail or through an on-site quarry, offering environmental benefits and reducing lorry movements on London’s congested road network.
As an Aggregate Industries business, we benefit from the resources and capabilities of a national, highly skilled research and development team, and the financial and global business strength of its holding company Holcim, the worlds largest cement producer.
Why join Aggregate Industries?
While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Please apply now - we may close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications are received
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Area General Manager (Ref: 11221)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
We have a vacancy for an Area General Manager who will develop and lead strategies to help us develop and expand our Concrete2you business across London. You'll target smaller businesses and customers, considering all opportunities to develop awareness of our products and services within this customer segment, with a keen focus on growth and high value sales.
It's an exciting time to join London Concrete as we develop further products and services. London Concrete has operated since its inception, as a business that prides itself on its ability to service major customers on major contracts with high volumes of high specification concrete. You'll play a pivotal role in helping us broaden our appeal to smaller customers and make an important contribution to our strategic goal of being the supplier of choice for all customer types across London.
Reporting to the Director of London Concrete you'll enjoy full P&L responsibility, manage an external sales manager and also work closely with the cash sale team based in our Brentford Office.
What’s on offer?
* Competitive Salary, plus Car/Car Allowance, Commercial Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
* Opportunities for Hybrid working, sometimes working from home, our offices and where you are most effective.
* Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected Readymix team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
* Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
* An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.
What will you bring?
* Strong commercial and business acumen.
* Track record and experience of developing strong commercial customer relationships.
* Experience managing P&L or strong financial knowledge (i.e. Income Statement, Balance Sheet etc.)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage people & influence and build credibility across an organisation.
* Stakeholder management at senior level, coupled with the ability to work well across a matrix organisation.
* Detail and results oriented with strong personal values to succeed.
* Highly organised with demonstrable planning and delivery capabilities.
* An appreciation of or experience of working collaboratively with technical teams across businesses
* Excellent change management skills and time management; from technical change to behavioural change, from ideas to action planning and implementation.
About London Concrete
London Concrete offer a network of state-of-the-art production units that incorporate the latest advancements in plant & materials technology to ensure the highest standard in concrete quality.
Our integrated supply network and highly experienced management team makes us the supplier of choice for the full range of Readymix concrete products including high early / ultimate strength, spray concrete, self compacting, heavyweight, lightweight and coloured concrete.
All plants have computerised autographic batching systems, hot water facilities, cold weather protection and collect facilities available.
We operate a London-wide fleet FORS accredited truck mixers. All aggregates are supplied to the concrete batching plants either by rail or through an on-site quarry, offering environmental benefits and reducing lorry movements on London’s congested road network.
As an Aggregate Industries business, we benefit from the resources and capabilities of a national, highly skilled research and development team, and the financial and global business strength of its holding company Holcim, the worlds largest cement producer.
Why join Aggregate Industries?
While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Please apply now - we may close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications are received
Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost.
Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards.
Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery
Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed.
Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice.
Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality.
Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate.
Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's.
Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings.
Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers.
To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times.
Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion.
With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources.
Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism.
To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities.
Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic.
Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance.
Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site.
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability.
A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades.
In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations .
A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc.Benefits
Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
Annual Medical Health Assessment
26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Choice of Flexible Benefits
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost.
Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards.
Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery
Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed.
Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice.
Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality.
Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate.
Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's.
Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings.
Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers.
To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times.
Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion.
With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources.
Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism.
To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities.
Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic.
Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance.
Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site.
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability.
A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades.
In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations .
A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc.Benefits
Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
Annual Medical Health Assessment
26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Choice of Flexible Benefits
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Area General Manager (Ref: 11221)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
We have a vacancy for an Area General Manager who will develop and lead strategies to help us develop and expand our Concrete2you business across London. You'll target smaller businesses and customers, considering all opportunities to develop awareness of our products and services within this customer segment, with a keen focus on growth and high value sales.
It's an exciting time to join London Concrete as we develop further products and services. London Concrete has operated since its inception, as a business that prides itself on its ability to service major customers on major contracts with high volumes of high specification concrete. You'll play a pivotal role in helping us broaden our appeal to smaller customers and make an important contribution to our strategic goal of being the supplier of choice for all customer types across London.
Reporting to the Director of London Concrete you'll enjoy full P&L responsibility, manage an external sales manager and also work closely with the cash sale team based in our Brentford Office.
What’s on offer?
* Competitive Salary, plus Car/Car Allowance, Commercial Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
* Opportunities for Hybrid working, sometimes working from home, our offices and where you are most effective.
* Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected Readymix team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
* Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
* An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.
What will you bring?
* Strong commercial and business acumen.
* Track record and experience of developing strong commercial customer relationships.
* Experience managing P&L or strong financial knowledge (i.e. Income Statement, Balance Sheet etc.)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage people & influence and build credibility across an organisation.
* Stakeholder management at senior level, coupled with the ability to work well across a matrix organisation.
* Detail and results oriented with strong personal values to succeed.
* Highly organised with demonstrable planning and delivery capabilities.
* An appreciation of or experience of working collaboratively with technical teams across businesses
* Excellent change management skills and time management; from technical change to behavioural change, from ideas to action planning and implementation.
About London Concrete
London Concrete offer a network of state-of-the-art production units that incorporate the latest advancements in plant & materials technology to ensure the highest standard in concrete quality.
Our integrated supply network and highly experienced management team makes us the supplier of choice for the full range of Readymix concrete products including high early / ultimate strength, spray concrete, self compacting, heavyweight, lightweight and coloured concrete.
All plants have computerised autographic batching systems, hot water facilities, cold weather protection and collect facilities available.
We operate a London-wide fleet FORS accredited truck mixers. All aggregates are supplied to the concrete batching plants either by rail or through an on-site quarry, offering environmental benefits and reducing lorry movements on London’s congested road network.
As an Aggregate Industries business, we benefit from the resources and capabilities of a national, highly skilled research and development team, and the financial and global business strength of its holding company Holcim, the worlds largest cement producer.
Why join Aggregate Industries?
While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Please apply now - we may close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications are received
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Area General Manager (Ref: 11221)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
We have a vacancy for an Area General Manager who will develop and lead strategies to help us develop and expand our Concrete2you business across London. You'll target smaller businesses and customers, considering all opportunities to develop awareness of our products and services within this customer segment, with a keen focus on growth and high value sales.
It's an exciting time to join London Concrete as we develop further products and services. London Concrete has operated since its inception, as a business that prides itself on its ability to service major customers on major contracts with high volumes of high specification concrete. You'll play a pivotal role in helping us broaden our appeal to smaller customers and make an important contribution to our strategic goal of being the supplier of choice for all customer types across London.
Reporting to the Director of London Concrete you'll enjoy full P&L responsibility, manage an external sales manager and also work closely with the cash sale team based in our Brentford Office.
What’s on offer?
* Competitive Salary, plus Car/Car Allowance, Commercial Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
* Opportunities for Hybrid working, sometimes working from home, our offices and where you are most effective.
* Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected Readymix team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
* Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
* An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.
What will you bring?
* Strong commercial and business acumen.
* Track record and experience of developing strong commercial customer relationships.
* Experience managing P&L or strong financial knowledge (i.e. Income Statement, Balance Sheet etc.)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage people & influence and build credibility across an organisation.
* Stakeholder management at senior level, coupled with the ability to work well across a matrix organisation.
* Detail and results oriented with strong personal values to succeed.
* Highly organised with demonstrable planning and delivery capabilities.
* An appreciation of or experience of working collaboratively with technical teams across businesses
* Excellent change management skills and time management; from technical change to behavioural change, from ideas to action planning and implementation.
About London Concrete
London Concrete offer a network of state-of-the-art production units that incorporate the latest advancements in plant & materials technology to ensure the highest standard in concrete quality.
Our integrated supply network and highly experienced management team makes us the supplier of choice for the full range of Readymix concrete products including high early / ultimate strength, spray concrete, self compacting, heavyweight, lightweight and coloured concrete.
All plants have computerised autographic batching systems, hot water facilities, cold weather protection and collect facilities available.
We operate a London-wide fleet FORS accredited truck mixers. All aggregates are supplied to the concrete batching plants either by rail or through an on-site quarry, offering environmental benefits and reducing lorry movements on London’s congested road network.
As an Aggregate Industries business, we benefit from the resources and capabilities of a national, highly skilled research and development team, and the financial and global business strength of its holding company Holcim, the worlds largest cement producer.
Why join Aggregate Industries?
While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
Please apply now - we may close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications are received
Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost.
Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards.
Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery
Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed.
Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice.
Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality.
Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate.
Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's.
Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings.
Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers.
To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times.
Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion.
With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources.
Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism.
To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities.
Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic.
Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance.
Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site.
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability.
A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades.
In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations .
A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc.Benefits
Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
Annual Medical Health Assessment
26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Choice of Flexible Benefits
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customers care, and cost.
Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards.
Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery
Manage material levels on site to ensure the minimum amount of stock but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed.
Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications and best practice.
Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality.
Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate.
Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's.
Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings.
Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers.
To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times.
Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion.
With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources.
Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism.
To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities.
Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through good organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic.
Excellent communicator, with an emphasis on explaining detail and gaining full compliance.
Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site.
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs, demonstrating a strong problem-solving ability.
A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades.
In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations .
A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc.Benefits
Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
Annual Medical Health Assessment
26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days)
Choice of Flexible Benefits
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
BUSINESS UNIT HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
"Excellent career development opportunity with a market leading civil engineering division of a global construction multinational, for a graduate calibre, chartered Health & Safety professional to lead their best-in-class health and safety function within one of their largest and most successful business units"
£Very Competitive + Car, Bonus & Benefits
Location: London/M25, South East (Hybrid Role)
Our client is a market leading civil engineering division of a major diversified industrial group, part of a global multinational, specialising in the construction sector. Safety is their first and foremost objective in all its activities. It has an impressive portfolio of public infrastructure in/around the M25 working closely with local authorities and councils. It is now seeking Health and Safety Manager to take the lead within its health and safety function, working closely with the parent company health and safety directorate. Our client is seeking a graduate calibre, chartered IOSH Health and Safety professional with a track gained within a multi-site, matrix civil engineering and highways maintenance and/or construction organisation/contractor, who will be experienced in working closely with stakeholders at senior executive and board level on a regular basis within the business unit, the group and the plc.
As Business Unit Health & Safety Manager, you will report to the MD of the business and with a dotted line to the plc Director of Health & Safety for the whole group in the UK. As a critical health and safety business partner you will specifically support, challenge, inspire and coach the senior leadership team and their line management in terms of delivering the health & safety strategy across this large London and South East based civil engineering and infrastructure, highways maintenance and/or construction business unit. The focus will be on the development of a highly effective, best in class health and safety culture, values, behaviours, systems, and processes; ensuring zero harm; ongoing legal compliance and excellent organisational and business unit health and safety standards in line with 18001 and transition to 45001 Certification. You will manage a small team of health and safety professionals. This is a hybrid role, operating from the BU offices in West London, travelling in the field to civil engineering projects/construction sites and working from home.
The Role:
* To guide, support and lead business unit senior leadership and their line management in the creation and delivery of the health and safety strategy and roadmap.
* To guide and support the business unit teams in the compliance and monitoring of all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and management systems.
* Ensure that safety improvement plans are developed within the business unit implemented and monitored across all sites in compliance with UK legal requirements and corporate health and safety strategy.
* Providing expertise, leadership and specialist advice to your health and safety advisory team and business unit management teams as required.
* Management, coaching and development of a very competent and highly effective team of regionally based health and safety advisors.
* Training, guidance and coaching via your team to line managers to enable them to understand and effectively utilise the health and safety management system, in accordance with ISO 18001 certification and the transfer to ISO 45001.
* Support and enable effective critical and high potential incident investigations to be completed by line managers in order to identify the immediate and underlying causes and the appropriate corrective/preventative actions. You and your team will provide the appropriate level of challenge and help in developing actions to avoid repeat incidents.
* Facilitate the effective communication of health and safety issues and learning points generated by the business unit across the whole group in the UK and with industry bodies.
* To identify themes and help develop, implement and monitor health and safety strategies which will help to continually improve the business unit's health and safety performance year on year.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Of graduate calibre i.e. HNC/HND, BA, BEng, BSc, MSc
* Chartered IOSH member
* Consistent career history within health and safety leadership roles in a multi-site, civil engineering and infrastructure/highways maintenance or construction environment. Clear understanding and belief in behavioural based safety and visible felt leadership.
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, highly experienced in persuading and influencing stakeholders at business unit leadership and operational, group and plc level.
* Up to date knowledge of current UK legislation including OSHAS 18001:2007, ISO14001, ISO 45001, CHAS
* Excellent analytical and strategic influencing skills and track record of continuously and proactively improving health and safety standards.
* Recent experience of managing a regionally based health and safety team.
* Excellent coaching and mentoring skills.
* Proven experience of health and safety systems development tailored to business operational and strategic needs including risk mitigation and incident investigation.
* Strong health and safety management system auditing experience.
* A highly responsive, supportive and inspirational critical health and safety business partner. A real committed team player.
* Professional, discrete, diplomatic, and tactful at all times.
* Experienced in dealing with regulatory bodies.
* NEBOSH Diploma and CSCS qualifications essential
* Computer literate including Excel and Powerpoint.
In return our client offers a unique opportunity to impact and shape the health and safety culture and performance of a high-profile business unit
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
BUSINESS UNIT HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
"Excellent career development opportunity with a market leading civil engineering division of a global construction multinational, for a graduate calibre, chartered Health & Safety professional to lead their best-in-class health and safety function within one of their largest and most successful business units"
£Very Competitive + Car, Bonus & Benefits
Location: London/M25, South East (Hybrid Role)
Our client is a market leading civil engineering division of a major diversified industrial group, part of a global multinational, specialising in the construction sector. Safety is their first and foremost objective in all its activities. It has an impressive portfolio of public infrastructure in/around the M25 working closely with local authorities and councils. It is now seeking Health and Safety Manager to take the lead within its health and safety function, working closely with the parent company health and safety directorate. Our client is seeking a graduate calibre, chartered IOSH Health and Safety professional with a track gained within a multi-site, matrix civil engineering and highways maintenance and/or construction organisation/contractor, who will be experienced in working closely with stakeholders at senior executive and board level on a regular basis within the business unit, the group and the plc.
As Business Unit Health & Safety Manager, you will report to the MD of the business and with a dotted line to the plc Director of Health & Safety for the whole group in the UK. As a critical health and safety business partner you will specifically support, challenge, inspire and coach the senior leadership team and their line management in terms of delivering the health & safety strategy across this large London and South East based civil engineering and infrastructure, highways maintenance and/or construction business unit. The focus will be on the development of a highly effective, best in class health and safety culture, values, behaviours, systems, and processes; ensuring zero harm; ongoing legal compliance and excellent organisational and business unit health and safety standards in line with 18001 and transition to 45001 Certification. You will manage a small team of health and safety professionals. This is a hybrid role, operating from the BU offices in West London, travelling in the field to civil engineering projects/construction sites and working from home.
The Role:
* To guide, support and lead business unit senior leadership and their line management in the creation and delivery of the health and safety strategy and roadmap.
* To guide and support the business unit teams in the compliance and monitoring of all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and management systems.
* Ensure that safety improvement plans are developed within the business unit implemented and monitored across all sites in compliance with UK legal requirements and corporate health and safety strategy.
* Providing expertise, leadership and specialist advice to your health and safety advisory team and business unit management teams as required.
* Management, coaching and development of a very competent and highly effective team of regionally based health and safety advisors.
* Training, guidance and coaching via your team to line managers to enable them to understand and effectively utilise the health and safety management system, in accordance with ISO 18001 certification and the transfer to ISO 45001.
* Support and enable effective critical and high potential incident investigations to be completed by line managers in order to identify the immediate and underlying causes and the appropriate corrective/preventative actions. You and your team will provide the appropriate level of challenge and help in developing actions to avoid repeat incidents.
* Facilitate the effective communication of health and safety issues and learning points generated by the business unit across the whole group in the UK and with industry bodies.
* To identify themes and help develop, implement and monitor health and safety strategies which will help to continually improve the business unit's health and safety performance year on year.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Of graduate calibre i.e. HNC/HND, BA, BEng, BSc, MSc
* Chartered IOSH member
* Consistent career history within health and safety leadership roles in a multi-site, civil engineering and infrastructure/highways maintenance or construction environment. Clear understanding and belief in behavioural based safety and visible felt leadership.
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, highly experienced in persuading and influencing stakeholders at business unit leadership and operational, group and plc level.
* Up to date knowledge of current UK legislation including OSHAS 18001:2007, ISO14001, ISO 45001, CHAS
* Excellent analytical and strategic influencing skills and track record of continuously and proactively improving health and safety standards.
* Recent experience of managing a regionally based health and safety team.
* Excellent coaching and mentoring skills.
* Proven experience of health and safety systems development tailored to business operational and strategic needs including risk mitigation and incident investigation.
* Strong health and safety management system auditing experience.
* A highly responsive, supportive and inspirational critical health and safety business partner. A real committed team player.
* Professional, discrete, diplomatic, and tactful at all times.
* Experienced in dealing with regulatory bodies.
* NEBOSH Diploma and CSCS qualifications essential
* Computer literate including Excel and Powerpoint.
In return our client offers a unique opportunity to impact and shape the health and safety culture and performance of a high-profile business unit
Senior Health & Safety Officer - Civils Background – Glasgow - £60k/£65k plus benefits, plus bonus
The Company
A leading construction / building main contractor involved in very large projects all over The UK and Europe
The Project
A very large design & build construction project in Glasgow with a considerable Interiors package involving drywall whitewall ceilings & floors and externals; for a globally operating client.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills & Experience Required
* Reviewing pre-construction information to develop Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans
* Reviewing sub-contractors RAMS and providing approval prior to site start date
* Developing RAMS and lift plans for associated works
* Completing application process for street-works and liaising with statutory bodies on sequence of works
* Developing waste management plans and setting targets
* Carrying out safety tours, audits, and inspections with the subsequent writing of reports
* Carrying out accident investigations with the subsequent writing of reports. Reviewing safe systems of work based on findings to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrences
* Attending and chairing health & safety meetings monthly
* Attending pre-start meetings with sub-contractors, design teams and clients
* Giving advice and keeping all staff up to date with latest legislation and approved codes of practices
* Organising training and monitoring training matrix ensuring training cards remain valid
* Identifying training needs and developing training plan for staff
* Carrying out drug & alcohol testing, face fit and CAT & Genny training
* Promoting behavioural safety throughout the organisation
* Maintaining and developing integrated management system to meet standard requirements, which includes ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO45001 & Safe-T-Cert. Reviewing standards literature and tracking updates to keep in line with standard requirements
* Keeping track of servicing & thorough examination for plant and lifting equipment
* Compiling information for health & safety handover file
* Completing inductions with new staff as and when required – providing detailed H&S information during inductions, including accident reporting procedures, fire & emergency arrangements & RAMS requirements.
* Communicating RAMS requirements following updates in documentation.
* Communicating toolbox talks every week to all site operatives, toolbox talk information varies weekly and information delivered is relevant to tasks being completed at that time.
* Awareness of hazards and required control measures to eliminate/mitigate risks.
Please reply with a WORD Formatted CV
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Senior Health & Safety Officer - Civils Background – Glasgow - £60k/£65k plus benefits, plus bonus
The Company
A leading construction / building main contractor involved in very large projects all over The UK and Europe
The Project
A very large design & build construction project in Glasgow with a considerable Interiors package involving drywall whitewall ceilings & floors and externals; for a globally operating client.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills & Experience Required
* Reviewing pre-construction information to develop Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans
* Reviewing sub-contractors RAMS and providing approval prior to site start date
* Developing RAMS and lift plans for associated works
* Completing application process for street-works and liaising with statutory bodies on sequence of works
* Developing waste management plans and setting targets
* Carrying out safety tours, audits, and inspections with the subsequent writing of reports
* Carrying out accident investigations with the subsequent writing of reports. Reviewing safe systems of work based on findings to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrences
* Attending and chairing health & safety meetings monthly
* Attending pre-start meetings with sub-contractors, design teams and clients
* Giving advice and keeping all staff up to date with latest legislation and approved codes of practices
* Organising training and monitoring training matrix ensuring training cards remain valid
* Identifying training needs and developing training plan for staff
* Carrying out drug & alcohol testing, face fit and CAT & Genny training
* Promoting behavioural safety throughout the organisation
* Maintaining and developing integrated management system to meet standard requirements, which includes ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO45001 & Safe-T-Cert. Reviewing standards literature and tracking updates to keep in line with standard requirements
* Keeping track of servicing & thorough examination for plant and lifting equipment
* Compiling information for health & safety handover file
* Completing inductions with new staff as and when required – providing detailed H&S information during inductions, including accident reporting procedures, fire & emergency arrangements & RAMS requirements.
* Communicating RAMS requirements following updates in documentation.
* Communicating toolbox talks every week to all site operatives, toolbox talk information varies weekly and information delivered is relevant to tasks being completed at that time.
* Awareness of hazards and required control measures to eliminate/mitigate risks.
Please reply with a WORD Formatted CV
BUSINESS UNIT HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
"Excellent career development opportunity with a market leading civil engineering division of a global construction multinational, for a graduate calibre, chartered Health & Safety professional to lead their best-in-class health and safety function within one of their largest and most successful business units"
£Very Competitive + Car, Bonus & Benefits
Location: London/M25, South East (Hybrid Role)
Our client is a market leading civil engineering division of a major diversified industrial group, part of a global multinational, specialising in the construction sector. Safety is their first and foremost objective in all its activities. It has an impressive portfolio of public infrastructure in/around the M25 working closely with local authorities and councils. It is now seeking Health and Safety Manager to take the lead within its health and safety function, working closely with the parent company health and safety directorate. Our client is seeking a graduate calibre, chartered IOSH Health and Safety professional with a track gained within a multi-site, matrix civil engineering and highways maintenance and/or construction organisation/contractor, who will be experienced in working closely with stakeholders at senior executive and board level on a regular basis within the business unit, the group and the plc.
As Business Unit Health & Safety Manager, you will report to the MD of the business and with a dotted line to the plc Director of Health & Safety for the whole group in the UK. As a critical health and safety business partner you will specifically support, challenge, inspire and coach the senior leadership team and their line management in terms of delivering the health & safety strategy across this large London and South East based civil engineering and infrastructure, highways maintenance and/or construction business unit. The focus will be on the development of a highly effective, best in class health and safety culture, values, behaviours, systems, and processes; ensuring zero harm; ongoing legal compliance and excellent organisational and business unit health and safety standards in line with 18001 and transition to 45001 Certification. You will manage a small team of health and safety professionals. This is a hybrid role, operating from the BU offices in West London, travelling in the field to civil engineering projects/construction sites and working from home.
The Role:
* To guide, support and lead business unit senior leadership and their line management in the creation and delivery of the health and safety strategy and roadmap.
* To guide and support the business unit teams in the compliance and monitoring of all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and management systems.
* Ensure that safety improvement plans are developed within the business unit implemented and monitored across all sites in compliance with UK legal requirements and corporate health and safety strategy.
* Providing expertise, leadership and specialist advice to your health and safety advisory team and business unit management teams as required.
* Management, coaching and development of a very competent and highly effective team of regionally based health and safety advisors.
* Training, guidance and coaching via your team to line managers to enable them to understand and effectively utilise the health and safety management system, in accordance with ISO 18001 certification and the transfer to ISO 45001.
* Support and enable effective critical and high potential incident investigations to be completed by line managers in order to identify the immediate and underlying causes and the appropriate corrective/preventative actions. You and your team will provide the appropriate level of challenge and help in developing actions to avoid repeat incidents.
* Facilitate the effective communication of health and safety issues and learning points generated by the business unit across the whole group in the UK and with industry bodies.
* To identify themes and help develop, implement and monitor health and safety strategies which will help to continually improve the business unit's health and safety performance year on year.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Of graduate calibre i.e. HNC/HND, BA, BEng, BSc, MSc
* Chartered IOSH member
* Consistent career history within health and safety leadership roles in a multi-site, civil engineering and infrastructure/highways maintenance or construction environment. Clear understanding and belief in behavioural based safety and visible felt leadership.
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, highly experienced in persuading and influencing stakeholders at business unit leadership and operational, group and plc level.
* Up to date knowledge of current UK legislation including OSHAS 18001:2007, ISO14001, ISO 45001, CHAS
* Excellent analytical and strategic influencing skills and track record of continuously and proactively improving health and safety standards.
* Recent experience of managing a regionally based health and safety team.
* Excellent coaching and mentoring skills.
* Proven experience of health and safety systems development tailored to business operational and strategic needs including risk mitigation and incident investigation.
* Strong health and safety management system auditing experience.
* A highly responsive, supportive and inspirational critical health and safety business partner. A real committed team player.
* Professional, discrete, diplomatic, and tactful at all times.
* Experienced in dealing with regulatory bodies.
* NEBOSH Diploma and CSCS qualifications essential
* Computer literate including Excel and Powerpoint.
In return our client offers a unique opportunity to impact and shape the health and safety culture and performance of a high-profile business unit
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
BUSINESS UNIT HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
"Excellent career development opportunity with a market leading civil engineering division of a global construction multinational, for a graduate calibre, chartered Health & Safety professional to lead their best-in-class health and safety function within one of their largest and most successful business units"
£Very Competitive + Car, Bonus & Benefits
Location: London/M25, South East (Hybrid Role)
Our client is a market leading civil engineering division of a major diversified industrial group, part of a global multinational, specialising in the construction sector. Safety is their first and foremost objective in all its activities. It has an impressive portfolio of public infrastructure in/around the M25 working closely with local authorities and councils. It is now seeking Health and Safety Manager to take the lead within its health and safety function, working closely with the parent company health and safety directorate. Our client is seeking a graduate calibre, chartered IOSH Health and Safety professional with a track gained within a multi-site, matrix civil engineering and highways maintenance and/or construction organisation/contractor, who will be experienced in working closely with stakeholders at senior executive and board level on a regular basis within the business unit, the group and the plc.
As Business Unit Health & Safety Manager, you will report to the MD of the business and with a dotted line to the plc Director of Health & Safety for the whole group in the UK. As a critical health and safety business partner you will specifically support, challenge, inspire and coach the senior leadership team and their line management in terms of delivering the health & safety strategy across this large London and South East based civil engineering and infrastructure, highways maintenance and/or construction business unit. The focus will be on the development of a highly effective, best in class health and safety culture, values, behaviours, systems, and processes; ensuring zero harm; ongoing legal compliance and excellent organisational and business unit health and safety standards in line with 18001 and transition to 45001 Certification. You will manage a small team of health and safety professionals. This is a hybrid role, operating from the BU offices in West London, travelling in the field to civil engineering projects/construction sites and working from home.
The Role:
* To guide, support and lead business unit senior leadership and their line management in the creation and delivery of the health and safety strategy and roadmap.
* To guide and support the business unit teams in the compliance and monitoring of all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and management systems.
* Ensure that safety improvement plans are developed within the business unit implemented and monitored across all sites in compliance with UK legal requirements and corporate health and safety strategy.
* Providing expertise, leadership and specialist advice to your health and safety advisory team and business unit management teams as required.
* Management, coaching and development of a very competent and highly effective team of regionally based health and safety advisors.
* Training, guidance and coaching via your team to line managers to enable them to understand and effectively utilise the health and safety management system, in accordance with ISO 18001 certification and the transfer to ISO 45001.
* Support and enable effective critical and high potential incident investigations to be completed by line managers in order to identify the immediate and underlying causes and the appropriate corrective/preventative actions. You and your team will provide the appropriate level of challenge and help in developing actions to avoid repeat incidents.
* Facilitate the effective communication of health and safety issues and learning points generated by the business unit across the whole group in the UK and with industry bodies.
* To identify themes and help develop, implement and monitor health and safety strategies which will help to continually improve the business unit's health and safety performance year on year.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Of graduate calibre i.e. HNC/HND, BA, BEng, BSc, MSc
* Chartered IOSH member
* Consistent career history within health and safety leadership roles in a multi-site, civil engineering and infrastructure/highways maintenance or construction environment. Clear understanding and belief in behavioural based safety and visible felt leadership.
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, highly experienced in persuading and influencing stakeholders at business unit leadership and operational, group and plc level.
* Up to date knowledge of current UK legislation including OSHAS 18001:2007, ISO14001, ISO 45001, CHAS
* Excellent analytical and strategic influencing skills and track record of continuously and proactively improving health and safety standards.
* Recent experience of managing a regionally based health and safety team.
* Excellent coaching and mentoring skills.
* Proven experience of health and safety systems development tailored to business operational and strategic needs including risk mitigation and incident investigation.
* Strong health and safety management system auditing experience.
* A highly responsive, supportive and inspirational critical health and safety business partner. A real committed team player.
* Professional, discrete, diplomatic, and tactful at all times.
* Experienced in dealing with regulatory bodies.
* NEBOSH Diploma and CSCS qualifications essential
* Computer literate including Excel and Powerpoint.
In return our client offers a unique opportunity to impact and shape the health and safety culture and performance of a high-profile business unit
Senior Health & Safety Officer - Civils Background – Glasgow - £60k/£65k plus benefits, plus bonus
The Company
A leading construction / building main contractor involved in very large projects all over The UK and Europe
The Project
A very large design & build construction project in Glasgow with a considerable Interiors package involving drywall whitewall ceilings & floors and externals; for a globally operating client.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills & Experience Required
* Reviewing pre-construction information to develop Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans
* Reviewing sub-contractors RAMS and providing approval prior to site start date
* Developing RAMS and lift plans for associated works
* Completing application process for street-works and liaising with statutory bodies on sequence of works
* Developing waste management plans and setting targets
* Carrying out safety tours, audits, and inspections with the subsequent writing of reports
* Carrying out accident investigations with the subsequent writing of reports. Reviewing safe systems of work based on findings to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrences
* Attending and chairing health & safety meetings monthly
* Attending pre-start meetings with sub-contractors, design teams and clients
* Giving advice and keeping all staff up to date with latest legislation and approved codes of practices
* Organising training and monitoring training matrix ensuring training cards remain valid
* Identifying training needs and developing training plan for staff
* Carrying out drug & alcohol testing, face fit and CAT & Genny training
* Promoting behavioural safety throughout the organisation
* Maintaining and developing integrated management system to meet standard requirements, which includes ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO45001 & Safe-T-Cert. Reviewing standards literature and tracking updates to keep in line with standard requirements
* Keeping track of servicing & thorough examination for plant and lifting equipment
* Compiling information for health & safety handover file
* Completing inductions with new staff as and when required – providing detailed H&S information during inductions, including accident reporting procedures, fire & emergency arrangements & RAMS requirements.
* Communicating RAMS requirements following updates in documentation.
* Communicating toolbox talks every week to all site operatives, toolbox talk information varies weekly and information delivered is relevant to tasks being completed at that time.
* Awareness of hazards and required control measures to eliminate/mitigate risks.
Please reply with a WORD Formatted CV
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Senior Health & Safety Officer - Civils Background – Glasgow - £60k/£65k plus benefits, plus bonus
The Company
A leading construction / building main contractor involved in very large projects all over The UK and Europe
The Project
A very large design & build construction project in Glasgow with a considerable Interiors package involving drywall whitewall ceilings & floors and externals; for a globally operating client.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills & Experience Required
* Reviewing pre-construction information to develop Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans
* Reviewing sub-contractors RAMS and providing approval prior to site start date
* Developing RAMS and lift plans for associated works
* Completing application process for street-works and liaising with statutory bodies on sequence of works
* Developing waste management plans and setting targets
* Carrying out safety tours, audits, and inspections with the subsequent writing of reports
* Carrying out accident investigations with the subsequent writing of reports. Reviewing safe systems of work based on findings to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrences
* Attending and chairing health & safety meetings monthly
* Attending pre-start meetings with sub-contractors, design teams and clients
* Giving advice and keeping all staff up to date with latest legislation and approved codes of practices
* Organising training and monitoring training matrix ensuring training cards remain valid
* Identifying training needs and developing training plan for staff
* Carrying out drug & alcohol testing, face fit and CAT & Genny training
* Promoting behavioural safety throughout the organisation
* Maintaining and developing integrated management system to meet standard requirements, which includes ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO45001 & Safe-T-Cert. Reviewing standards literature and tracking updates to keep in line with standard requirements
* Keeping track of servicing & thorough examination for plant and lifting equipment
* Compiling information for health & safety handover file
* Completing inductions with new staff as and when required – providing detailed H&S information during inductions, including accident reporting procedures, fire & emergency arrangements & RAMS requirements.
* Communicating RAMS requirements following updates in documentation.
* Communicating toolbox talks every week to all site operatives, toolbox talk information varies weekly and information delivered is relevant to tasks being completed at that time.
* Awareness of hazards and required control measures to eliminate/mitigate risks.
Please reply with a WORD Formatted CV
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety. Ensure all SHEQ requirements are met including: o Promoting compliance with all internal SHEQ policies o Ensuring the Site Team meets the commitments detailed within the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements, thereby meeting Statutory requirements and Client Satisfaction
Work with the Client’s representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the Client asset is maintained to standards specified by the Client Ensure standards of the client’s technical requirements for competence are maintained Produce detailed programmes/reports for the Client and for Senior Management Determine the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts Manage the southern operations team including: o co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
o managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc. o identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate o promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate team Ensure that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement. Assist in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements Any other duties commensurate with the role Direct Reports: Area Supervisors, Installers, Engineers, Operations Assistant, Admin Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Ability to read and understand construction drawings (preferred) Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. IPAF Advanced installer, CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and budgeting o Experience of managing a team; in particular a remote working team o Experience of working in the construction industry or equipment hire is beneficial Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances o Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers (can be trained on the job)
Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts) BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Operations Manager to manage labour and other resources from our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard.
They will be required to provide a competent, and professional service to our customers by overseeing projects to ensure they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service. They will lead and direct installation teams to ensure that planned and reactive installing works are undertaken efficiently and in line with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports and should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office.
They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required.
BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money.
We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry.
We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
Jan 12, 2022
Permanent
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety. Ensure all SHEQ requirements are met including: o Promoting compliance with all internal SHEQ policies o Ensuring the Site Team meets the commitments detailed within the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements, thereby meeting Statutory requirements and Client Satisfaction
Work with the Client’s representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the Client asset is maintained to standards specified by the Client Ensure standards of the client’s technical requirements for competence are maintained Produce detailed programmes/reports for the Client and for Senior Management Determine the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts Manage the southern operations team including: o co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
o managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc. o identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate o promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate team Ensure that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement. Assist in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements Any other duties commensurate with the role Direct Reports: Area Supervisors, Installers, Engineers, Operations Assistant, Admin Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Ability to read and understand construction drawings (preferred) Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. IPAF Advanced installer, CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and budgeting o Experience of managing a team; in particular a remote working team o Experience of working in the construction industry or equipment hire is beneficial Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances o Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers (can be trained on the job)
Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts) BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Operations Manager to manage labour and other resources from our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard.
They will be required to provide a competent, and professional service to our customers by overseeing projects to ensure they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service. They will lead and direct installation teams to ensure that planned and reactive installing works are undertaken efficiently and in line with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports and should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office.
They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required.
BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money.
We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry.
We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose An autonomous role responsible for all elements of BFT Mastclimbing trading activities in the southern region. In particular, managing operational teams, ensuring that contracts and projects are delivered in a safe, planned manner to achieve a quality product within the time allowed. Delivering on the clients’ expectations and maximising the financial return to our business. Assisting in managing the client relationship once the work has been completed to ensure that we discharge all contractual responsibilities to enable monies to be released on the due date. Working with colleagues across the business to continually improve methods and develop the business You will Report to the UK Operations Director Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Work with the our clients Customer representatives to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work, to ensure that the program is maintained as set by our Clients customers and in line with our Clients agreement of supply Represent the our Clients at project planning meetings and at customer progress/planning meetings when required Ensure that the Management staff within the southern region are prioritising activities according to the risk rating Produce detailed programmes/reports for our Clients’ Customers Provide reports to the Internal Management team as required, including evaluating performance and productivity and analysing accounting and financial data Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk Ensure standards of technical competence are maintained by confirming all employees are adequately trained for their roles and coaching direct reports to develop their skills Promote the professional development of employees
Work with Installers and Supervisors to develop innovative ways to undertake access solutions using new equipment and flexible methods between engineering disciplines Oversee the management of all employees in the region to ensure the region runs smoothly Review labour and transport utilisation to maximise the benefit to the company Oversee the yard to ensure appropriate stock levels Review and manage the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Manage and identify financial risk and report to senior management on any potential disputes Review project costs and values based on the quotation, order and any specific agreements Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure that there is a provision of adequate resources to meet the commitments of the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety
Direct Reports: General/Yard Manager, Operations Manager, Operations Assistant, Administration Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and logistics o Experience of managing a team, particularly a team of remote workers o Experience of working in the construction industry/mechanical access would be preferred, but is not essential Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts)
BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Regional Manager to take responsibility for all elements of our trading activities in the southern region. The role is based at our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard and involves travel around the region. They will be required to manage operational teams to ensure that contracts and projects are delivered in a safe, planned manner to achieve a quality product within the time allowed. They will need to deliver on the clients’ expectations and maximise the financial return to our business. They will also assist in managing the client relationship once the work has been completed to ensure that we discharge all contractual responsibilities to enable monies to be released on the due date. They will work with colleagues across the business to continually improve methods and develop the business. The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports, should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office. They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. Any specific technical training can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money. We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry. We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
Jan 12, 2022
Permanent
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose An autonomous role responsible for all elements of BFT Mastclimbing trading activities in the southern region. In particular, managing operational teams, ensuring that contracts and projects are delivered in a safe, planned manner to achieve a quality product within the time allowed. Delivering on the clients’ expectations and maximising the financial return to our business. Assisting in managing the client relationship once the work has been completed to ensure that we discharge all contractual responsibilities to enable monies to be released on the due date. Working with colleagues across the business to continually improve methods and develop the business You will Report to the UK Operations Director Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Work with the our clients Customer representatives to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work, to ensure that the program is maintained as set by our Clients customers and in line with our Clients agreement of supply Represent the our Clients at project planning meetings and at customer progress/planning meetings when required Ensure that the Management staff within the southern region are prioritising activities according to the risk rating Produce detailed programmes/reports for our Clients’ Customers Provide reports to the Internal Management team as required, including evaluating performance and productivity and analysing accounting and financial data Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk Ensure standards of technical competence are maintained by confirming all employees are adequately trained for their roles and coaching direct reports to develop their skills Promote the professional development of employees
Work with Installers and Supervisors to develop innovative ways to undertake access solutions using new equipment and flexible methods between engineering disciplines Oversee the management of all employees in the region to ensure the region runs smoothly Review labour and transport utilisation to maximise the benefit to the company Oversee the yard to ensure appropriate stock levels Review and manage the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Manage and identify financial risk and report to senior management on any potential disputes Review project costs and values based on the quotation, order and any specific agreements Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure that there is a provision of adequate resources to meet the commitments of the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety
Direct Reports: General/Yard Manager, Operations Manager, Operations Assistant, Administration Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and logistics o Experience of managing a team, particularly a team of remote workers o Experience of working in the construction industry/mechanical access would be preferred, but is not essential Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts)
BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Regional Manager to take responsibility for all elements of our trading activities in the southern region. The role is based at our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard and involves travel around the region. They will be required to manage operational teams to ensure that contracts and projects are delivered in a safe, planned manner to achieve a quality product within the time allowed. They will need to deliver on the clients’ expectations and maximise the financial return to our business. They will also assist in managing the client relationship once the work has been completed to ensure that we discharge all contractual responsibilities to enable monies to be released on the due date. They will work with colleagues across the business to continually improve methods and develop the business. The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports, should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office. They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. Any specific technical training can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money. We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry. We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
Operations Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Company Info
Our Client is specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions.
You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager
Position summary
Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to:
Leading and directing MCWP Installation Teams to ensure that planned and reactive MCWP installing works are undertaken efficiently.
Ensuring that the commitments detailed within the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Policy Statements are met.
Provide a competent, and professional service to customers by overseeing projects; ensuring they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site as planned
Work with the customers representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the customer asset is maintained to standards specified by the customer
Producing detailed programmes/reports for the customer and for the Senior Leadership Team
Determining the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects
Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards
Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating
Evaluation of sites to assess site values and development risk
The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts
Managing the Southern Operations team including:
co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
Managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc.
Identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate to manage this
Promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate the team to perform as their best
Ensuring that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement.
Assisting in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements
Candidate Requirements:
Experience of working in the Mastclimber industry - be skilled in maintenance management and will have experience of managing people.
Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods
Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation
A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential)
Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure.
Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus.
IPAF Advanced installer and CSCS are required.
SSSTS as a minimum and SMSTS advantageous, training can be provided if required.
Minimum Experience Required:
Experience of planning and budgeting
Experience of managing a team
Experience of working in the construction industry, in particular with mastclimbers
Preferred Education Requirements:
Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent
Required Technical Skills:
Computer literate including MS Office
Understands how to manage finances
Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers
Required Behavioural Skills:
Proactive and flexible nature
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised
Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation
Excellent problem solver
Committed to Health & Safety
Committed to delivering high quality work
Oct 24, 2021
Full time
Operations Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Company Info
Our Client is specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions.
You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager
Position summary
Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to:
Leading and directing MCWP Installation Teams to ensure that planned and reactive MCWP installing works are undertaken efficiently.
Ensuring that the commitments detailed within the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Policy Statements are met.
Provide a competent, and professional service to customers by overseeing projects; ensuring they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site as planned
Work with the customers representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the customer asset is maintained to standards specified by the customer
Producing detailed programmes/reports for the customer and for the Senior Leadership Team
Determining the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects
Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards
Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating
Evaluation of sites to assess site values and development risk
The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts
Managing the Southern Operations team including:
co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
Managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc.
Identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate to manage this
Promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate the team to perform as their best
Ensuring that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement.
Assisting in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements
Candidate Requirements:
Experience of working in the Mastclimber industry - be skilled in maintenance management and will have experience of managing people.
Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods
Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation
A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential)
Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure.
Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus.
IPAF Advanced installer and CSCS are required.
SSSTS as a minimum and SMSTS advantageous, training can be provided if required.
Minimum Experience Required:
Experience of planning and budgeting
Experience of managing a team
Experience of working in the construction industry, in particular with mastclimbers
Preferred Education Requirements:
Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent
Required Technical Skills:
Computer literate including MS Office
Understands how to manage finances
Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers
Required Behavioural Skills:
Proactive and flexible nature
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised
Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation
Excellent problem solver
Committed to Health & Safety
Committed to delivering high quality work