Melior Associates
Southampton, Hampshire
Melior Associates have been engaged to help recruit a Senior Health & Safety Advisor, for a independent construction/civil engineering group in Southampton. This person will take the lead of all SHEQ matters, reporting to the Construction Director. The company has a strong H&S safety culture and have had: Zero reportable incidents or accidents in last 5 years Zero Improvement or Prohibition notices in last 5 years Zero AFR in last 5 years Job Purpose To be a focal point within the business for professional and consistent advice on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters Neither a policing role nor a remote subject matter expert the Advisor would need to build strong links with operational teams, so they are actively engaged in supporting delivery. Seen as a role model who embodies the right behaviours the SHEQ Advisor would be able to aide operational teams, including supply chain partners, whilst taking a practical approach to understand operational constraints and work with teams to achieve the right outcome. The Advisor will conduct regular inspections to measure the Company s performance/compliance against the Business Management System and to promote best practice. Leading investigations the Advisor will need to be impartial in fact finding and confident in presenting to senior managers and clients. Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities Role Management Work proactively with all employees, clients and supply chain to establish and maintain safe systems and places of work. Support and advise in the production of key documents for example, Construction Phase Plans, Environmental management plans, Risk Assessments and Works Package Plans. Carry out regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of the business management systems and procedures, producing detailed reports to the Construction Director. Leading investigations of accidents, incidents, close calls and non-conformances ensuring lessons learnt are implemented and remain effective Promote the reporting of close calls and positive interventions, monitor trends and ensure close out of actions. Provide support to the Contracts Manager and Heads of Department to ensure all risks and environmental impacts are considered at the planning stage Attend Client forums, workshops, Close Call meetings and promote best practice Liaise with Client counterparts and representatives, work with them to ensure required standards are met and provide professional advice if required. Support drafting of Tool Box Talks and Safety Alerts. Ensuring compliance with current health, safety and environmental legislation, industry and company standards and approved codes of practice, including Sector Schemes. Participate in the promotion of SHEQ programmes and schemes that we or our clients run and disseminate / develop this information Role Leadership Set an example using innovative ideas and providing support to your peers Ability to manage changing workload and conflicting priorities Manage and drive individual performance Confidence to challenge and work with teams to overcome conflicting demands Promote values across the company & be a role model. Qualifications/Training Essential: NEBOSH Certificate Environmental Awareness Training Investigation Training Appropriate CSCS Card Full Driving Licence Desirable: Auditor Training IEMA Qualification Technical Skills and Experience Minimum of 2-years experience in construction/civil H&S role Previous experience of working with management systems, policy s and procedure s Be confident in leading investigations and effective report writing Good knowledge of a wide range of SHEQ current best practice. Be a confident and engaging individual, who can motivate others and who has strong influencing skills Demonstrate a high-level commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace Demonstrate creativity, initiative, diplomacy, resourcefulness and resilience, in a demanding and fast-paced environment Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel and Word. Well-developed written communication skills with excellent ability to maintain confidentiality. On offer is a great overall package which includes a fully expensed company car or car allowance (With fuel card) and all the essentials, but also annual pay increases, annual bonus, and several other social perks. For further details please get in touch with Tristan Prior
Melior Associates have been engaged to help recruit a Senior Health & Safety Advisor, for a independent construction/civil engineering group in Southampton. This person will take the lead of all SHEQ matters, reporting to the Construction Director. The company has a strong H&S safety culture and have had: Zero reportable incidents or accidents in last 5 years Zero Improvement or Prohibition notices in last 5 years Zero AFR in last 5 years Job Purpose To be a focal point within the business for professional and consistent advice on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters Neither a policing role nor a remote subject matter expert the Advisor would need to build strong links with operational teams, so they are actively engaged in supporting delivery. Seen as a role model who embodies the right behaviours the SHEQ Advisor would be able to aide operational teams, including supply chain partners, whilst taking a practical approach to understand operational constraints and work with teams to achieve the right outcome. The Advisor will conduct regular inspections to measure the Company s performance/compliance against the Business Management System and to promote best practice. Leading investigations the Advisor will need to be impartial in fact finding and confident in presenting to senior managers and clients. Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities Role Management Work proactively with all employees, clients and supply chain to establish and maintain safe systems and places of work. Support and advise in the production of key documents for example, Construction Phase Plans, Environmental management plans, Risk Assessments and Works Package Plans. Carry out regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of the business management systems and procedures, producing detailed reports to the Construction Director. Leading investigations of accidents, incidents, close calls and non-conformances ensuring lessons learnt are implemented and remain effective Promote the reporting of close calls and positive interventions, monitor trends and ensure close out of actions. Provide support to the Contracts Manager and Heads of Department to ensure all risks and environmental impacts are considered at the planning stage Attend Client forums, workshops, Close Call meetings and promote best practice Liaise with Client counterparts and representatives, work with them to ensure required standards are met and provide professional advice if required. Support drafting of Tool Box Talks and Safety Alerts. Ensuring compliance with current health, safety and environmental legislation, industry and company standards and approved codes of practice, including Sector Schemes. Participate in the promotion of SHEQ programmes and schemes that we or our clients run and disseminate / develop this information Role Leadership Set an example using innovative ideas and providing support to your peers Ability to manage changing workload and conflicting priorities Manage and drive individual performance Confidence to challenge and work with teams to overcome conflicting demands Promote values across the company & be a role model. Qualifications/Training Essential: NEBOSH Certificate Environmental Awareness Training Investigation Training Appropriate CSCS Card Full Driving Licence Desirable: Auditor Training IEMA Qualification Technical Skills and Experience Minimum of 2-years experience in construction/civil H&S role Previous experience of working with management systems, policy s and procedure s Be confident in leading investigations and effective report writing Good knowledge of a wide range of SHEQ current best practice. Be a confident and engaging individual, who can motivate others and who has strong influencing skills Demonstrate a high-level commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace Demonstrate creativity, initiative, diplomacy, resourcefulness and resilience, in a demanding and fast-paced environment Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel and Word. Well-developed written communication skills with excellent ability to maintain confidentiality. On offer is a great overall package which includes a fully expensed company car or car allowance (With fuel card) and all the essentials, but also annual pay increases, annual bonus, and several other social perks. For further details please get in touch with Tristan Prior
Encon Staffing Associates Ltd
Job Title: Design Manager - 3 Days a week on site - 2 days WFH Reporting to: Design Management Regional Lead Role Purpose: The Design Manager is a key member of the Design Management team and will be fully dedicated to Project Harker (Carlisle, UK). The role is responsible for the end-to-end management, coordination, and assurance of all design activities across the project, ensuring that design deliverables are completed on time, meet the required quality standards, and comply with client specifications and company governance requirements. The role requires a regular on-site presence at Harker, with a minimum of three days per week on site to support design coordination, stakeholder engagement, design reviews, and construction interface activities. Working closely with the Design Management Regional Lead for England, the Design Manager will oversee the design programme, design deliverables, technical assurance processes, and design-related coordination. The role will involve close collaboration with PMs, Designers, Planning, Commercial, and Business Unit leadership. The Design Manager will promote effective communication, proactive issue resolution, and value-driven design approaches throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities & Duties Including, but not limited to, the following: Design Programme Ownership Develop, maintain, and issue the design programme for all project schemes. Proactively monitor progress, identify deviations, and implement appropriate recovery strategies. Coordinate programme interfaces with Planning, Procurement, and Construction. Design Quality & Technical Assurance Ensure all design outputs comply with NG, SSE, and company specifications, in line with the LCDAE. Manage the design assurance submission process, including hold-point reviews and gateway approvals. Provide oversight to ensure compliance with internal procedures, standards, and CDM requirements. Commercial & Change Control NEC Focus Act as the custodian of design change, maintaining accurate registers and logs. Manage EWNs, CEs, and PMIs, ensuring that all contractual obligations are appropriately addressed. Identify the impact of design changes on cost, programme, and risk, and support forecasting activities. Support cost forecasting by clearly linking design activities and changes to their commercial impacts. Design Coordination & Stakeholder Management Lead design review meetings and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams. Manage interfaces with clients, OEMs, subcontractors, internal and external design teams, and delivery teams. Manage RFIs, TQs, and the overall flow of design communications. Risk, Safety & CDM Identify, assess and manage design risks, including those associated with temporary and permanent works. Ensure effective communication and documentation between Principal Designers and relevant stakeholders. Promote and embed the principles of prevention and safety-by-design throughout the project lifecycle. Tender & Pre-Construction Input Support the BUGM and Bid Manager with technical expertise, design methodologies, assumptions and risk assessments during tender development. Ensure tender designs and proposals are robust, compliant and commercially defensible. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement Promote collaboration, innovation and efficient, high-quality design delivery. Drive the capture and application of lessons learned and standardisation across multiple projects. pport the development, coaching and mentoring of Assistant Design Managers. Key Interfaces The role will involve developing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, including: BUGM / Head of Design Project Managers Internal and external Design Teams Planning Engineers Commercial and Quantity Surveying Teams Principal Designer Site Delivery Teams Client Representatives (NG / SSE) Person Specification Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate will possess the following: Essential At least 8 years experience in a relevant role, together with appropriate professional qualifications. Experience working on HV substation projects, ideally within the UK transmission sector. A proven track record of delivering design-related projects with a strong focus on quality and attention to detail. A strong commitment to developing people and building effective teams capable of delivering programmes safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard. Demonstrable experience managing both internal and external stakeholders. Project leadership experience at management level, with responsibility for delivering projects of varying complexity across multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. Familiarity with National Grid processes, standards, assurance pathways and project delivery requirements. Preferred Qualifications & Experience The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, industry knowledge, and a proactive approach to project delivery, including: Degree qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline. National Grid Persons accreditation (Substations). Proven experience working within energy transmission and distribution environments, including compliance with relevant specifications, processes, and procedures. Experience in the UK energy sector or other highly regulated industries. Membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards professional accreditation. Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) Safety and quality are at the heart of everything they do. All employees are expected to comply with Company SHEQ policies and procedures at all times.
Job Title: Design Manager - 3 Days a week on site - 2 days WFH Reporting to: Design Management Regional Lead Role Purpose: The Design Manager is a key member of the Design Management team and will be fully dedicated to Project Harker (Carlisle, UK). The role is responsible for the end-to-end management, coordination, and assurance of all design activities across the project, ensuring that design deliverables are completed on time, meet the required quality standards, and comply with client specifications and company governance requirements. The role requires a regular on-site presence at Harker, with a minimum of three days per week on site to support design coordination, stakeholder engagement, design reviews, and construction interface activities. Working closely with the Design Management Regional Lead for England, the Design Manager will oversee the design programme, design deliverables, technical assurance processes, and design-related coordination. The role will involve close collaboration with PMs, Designers, Planning, Commercial, and Business Unit leadership. The Design Manager will promote effective communication, proactive issue resolution, and value-driven design approaches throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities & Duties Including, but not limited to, the following: Design Programme Ownership Develop, maintain, and issue the design programme for all project schemes. Proactively monitor progress, identify deviations, and implement appropriate recovery strategies. Coordinate programme interfaces with Planning, Procurement, and Construction. Design Quality & Technical Assurance Ensure all design outputs comply with NG, SSE, and company specifications, in line with the LCDAE. Manage the design assurance submission process, including hold-point reviews and gateway approvals. Provide oversight to ensure compliance with internal procedures, standards, and CDM requirements. Commercial & Change Control NEC Focus Act as the custodian of design change, maintaining accurate registers and logs. Manage EWNs, CEs, and PMIs, ensuring that all contractual obligations are appropriately addressed. Identify the impact of design changes on cost, programme, and risk, and support forecasting activities. Support cost forecasting by clearly linking design activities and changes to their commercial impacts. Design Coordination & Stakeholder Management Lead design review meetings and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams. Manage interfaces with clients, OEMs, subcontractors, internal and external design teams, and delivery teams. Manage RFIs, TQs, and the overall flow of design communications. Risk, Safety & CDM Identify, assess and manage design risks, including those associated with temporary and permanent works. Ensure effective communication and documentation between Principal Designers and relevant stakeholders. Promote and embed the principles of prevention and safety-by-design throughout the project lifecycle. Tender & Pre-Construction Input Support the BUGM and Bid Manager with technical expertise, design methodologies, assumptions and risk assessments during tender development. Ensure tender designs and proposals are robust, compliant and commercially defensible. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement Promote collaboration, innovation and efficient, high-quality design delivery. Drive the capture and application of lessons learned and standardisation across multiple projects. pport the development, coaching and mentoring of Assistant Design Managers. Key Interfaces The role will involve developing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, including: BUGM / Head of Design Project Managers Internal and external Design Teams Planning Engineers Commercial and Quantity Surveying Teams Principal Designer Site Delivery Teams Client Representatives (NG / SSE) Person Specification Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate will possess the following: Essential At least 8 years experience in a relevant role, together with appropriate professional qualifications. Experience working on HV substation projects, ideally within the UK transmission sector. A proven track record of delivering design-related projects with a strong focus on quality and attention to detail. A strong commitment to developing people and building effective teams capable of delivering programmes safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard. Demonstrable experience managing both internal and external stakeholders. Project leadership experience at management level, with responsibility for delivering projects of varying complexity across multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. Familiarity with National Grid processes, standards, assurance pathways and project delivery requirements. Preferred Qualifications & Experience The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, industry knowledge, and a proactive approach to project delivery, including: Degree qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline. National Grid Persons accreditation (Substations). Proven experience working within energy transmission and distribution environments, including compliance with relevant specifications, processes, and procedures. Experience in the UK energy sector or other highly regulated industries. Membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards professional accreditation. Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) Safety and quality are at the heart of everything they do. All employees are expected to comply with Company SHEQ policies and procedures at all times.
VolkerWessels UK Ltd
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Head of Health & Safety Location: Based from our Preston Head Office, with UK-wide travel to support key strategic frameworks including United Utilities, MOD, Sizewell C and the Environment Agency. Lead Safety Excellence Across Some of the UK's Most Critical Infrastructure Projects At VolkerStevin, safety is more than a priority, it's a core value at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking an exceptional Head of Health & Safety to provide strategic leadership across our business and drive continual improvement throughout some of the UK's most significant infrastructure frameworks. This is a rare opportunity to shape health and safety performance across major programmes including United Utilities, Ministry of Defence (MOD), Sizewell C and the Environment Agency , ensuring the highest standards of governance, compliance and behavioural safety are embedded across every aspect of our operations. The Role Reporting to the SHEQ Director, you will lead the development and delivery of VolkerStevin's health and safety strategy, providing expert guidance and assurance across multiple business streams. Working closely with Directors, senior leaders and operational teams, you will champion a proactive safety culture while ensuring compliance with legal and industry requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the strategic direction for health and safety across the business. Lead and develop Health & Safety teams, ensuring capability and resource requirements are met. Drive consistency and collaboration between Health & Safety functions across all business streams. Provide expert advice to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and best practice. Monitor legal changes and maintain the effectiveness of the Integrated Management System (IMS). Champion behavioural safety initiatives, including the ongoing implementation of Safety Ripple . Lead assurance activities, internal audits and external certification processes. Monitor incidents, audits and inspections, ensuring effective close-out and continual improvement. Produce performance reports and provide meaningful insights to senior leadership. Develop engaging health and safety communications and campaigns. Represent VolkerStevin at Group-level meetings, forums and industry working groups. Manage budgets and ensure effective financial control within the function. About You We're looking for an influential, forward-thinking health and safety leader who can drive positive change across a complex infrastructure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Significant senior-level Health & Safety experience within civil engineering, construction, infrastructure, utilities, defence, nuclear or related sectors. Proven ability to develop and implement health and safety strategies across large, multi-site operations. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, management systems and assurance processes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level. Passion for behavioural safety and continuous improvement. About you Relevant health & safety experience in Construction / Civil engineering NEBOSH Diploma for Occupational Health & Safety Management Professionals. CMIOSH/FMIOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice, If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance Flexible working opportunities programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Head of Health & Safety Location: Based from our Preston Head Office, with UK-wide travel to support key strategic frameworks including United Utilities, MOD, Sizewell C and the Environment Agency. Lead Safety Excellence Across Some of the UK's Most Critical Infrastructure Projects At VolkerStevin, safety is more than a priority, it's a core value at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking an exceptional Head of Health & Safety to provide strategic leadership across our business and drive continual improvement throughout some of the UK's most significant infrastructure frameworks. This is a rare opportunity to shape health and safety performance across major programmes including United Utilities, Ministry of Defence (MOD), Sizewell C and the Environment Agency , ensuring the highest standards of governance, compliance and behavioural safety are embedded across every aspect of our operations. The Role Reporting to the SHEQ Director, you will lead the development and delivery of VolkerStevin's health and safety strategy, providing expert guidance and assurance across multiple business streams. Working closely with Directors, senior leaders and operational teams, you will champion a proactive safety culture while ensuring compliance with legal and industry requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the strategic direction for health and safety across the business. Lead and develop Health & Safety teams, ensuring capability and resource requirements are met. Drive consistency and collaboration between Health & Safety functions across all business streams. Provide expert advice to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and best practice. Monitor legal changes and maintain the effectiveness of the Integrated Management System (IMS). Champion behavioural safety initiatives, including the ongoing implementation of Safety Ripple . Lead assurance activities, internal audits and external certification processes. Monitor incidents, audits and inspections, ensuring effective close-out and continual improvement. Produce performance reports and provide meaningful insights to senior leadership. Develop engaging health and safety communications and campaigns. Represent VolkerStevin at Group-level meetings, forums and industry working groups. Manage budgets and ensure effective financial control within the function. About You We're looking for an influential, forward-thinking health and safety leader who can drive positive change across a complex infrastructure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Significant senior-level Health & Safety experience within civil engineering, construction, infrastructure, utilities, defence, nuclear or related sectors. Proven ability to develop and implement health and safety strategies across large, multi-site operations. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, management systems and assurance processes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level. Passion for behavioural safety and continuous improvement. About you Relevant health & safety experience in Construction / Civil engineering NEBOSH Diploma for Occupational Health & Safety Management Professionals. CMIOSH/FMIOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice, If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance Flexible working opportunities programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
