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EHS Advisor Contract (12 months+) Power & Renewables Strathnairn Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations About Kirby Group Engineering Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance. Role Purpose The role of the EHS Advisor is to provide Environment, Health and Safety guidance working with the project team. You will implement and maintain the Kirby management system for the project. The role is to coordinate all EHS Matters within various Project Management Teams and to report constructively all EHS matters to Project Manager. Under the direction of the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor will be responsible for providing support to the Project Managers, supervisors and workers. This position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day EHS requirements of the assigned project(s). The role may require to be positioned on a project full time or working on various projects. This role requires frequent travel between projects and may require overnight stays. Key Functions of the EHS Advisor Provide advice, guidance, support and instruction in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Provide leadership through good example. Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. Identify training needs, report requirements to project team and carry out training as required. Audit and inspect projects, agree and prepare achievable corrective and preventive action plans towards compliance to and continual improvement of the EHS on the project. Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. Ensure incidents are reported and investigations are carried out in a thorough and professional manner in order to identify root causes and corrective and preventive action plans. Ensure that Site EHS Plans, RAMS and other associated site documents are updated and compliant with statutory and other requirements and that they are reviewed on a continuous basis. EHS Advisor Responsibilities Reports to EHS Manager, Site Managers/Supervisors and Project Manager. Is conversant with the contents of the Kirby safety statement, environment manual, risk assessments, aspects & impacts, legislation and procedures. Provides advice, guidance, instruction and training in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Carries out internal audits and site inspections in conjunction with Site Management, recommends corrective actions, improvements and document findings. Prepares in conjunction with site management team a project specific EHS Plan, induction and Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS). These shall be compiled and agreed prior to work commencing and ongoing through lookaheads. Ensures that the project specific EHS Plan, induction and RAMS are up to date, reviewed periodically and communicated to all relevant persons (including clients, Main Contractor, other contractors, visitors and others who may be affected by that work). Visits each new project, sets up the necessary site safety files (Series 500 & 600), registers, abstracts of regulations, posters, SEOR program, etc., and ensures that site establishment complies with the legislation, client regulations and company regulations as a minimum. Reviews Contractor Appointments and ensures that correct appointment is carried out and that only competent contractors are used on projects. Introduces and implements effective measures aimed at the prevention of incidents at work. Reports on incidents and/or dangerous occurrences should they occur to the EHS Manager, Project Manager and Site Managers as required. Reports on areas of concern to the relevant party for correction. Persistent and serious areas of concern are to be reported immediately to line management as per (1) above. Retains evidence of communications with relevant parties. Carries out incident investigation in conjunction with site management, establishes cause of incident or dangerous occurrence and recommends method for future avoidance. Audits the company site safety file, (Series 500 & 600), makes sure that hazards/risks are regularly assessed, that control measures are implemented, that inspections are carried out and that all incidents are reported, investigated and closed out. Prepares Monthly KPI Report for their projects, issues monthly return of Site Visit Schedule, SEORs, KPIs, violations to the EHS Manager and the Business Unit Manager. Issues new SDS to EHS Manager. Provides training and information to the workforce using appropriate training aids and media as required. Issues records of training to HR to update the training matrix. Attends the regional EHS Coordination Meeting. Attends the EHS meeting with the Business Unit Manager, as required (1 per region). Attends internal and external site meetings as required - safety meetings, coordination meetings etc Implements and promotes the company Incentive Scheme on all projects. Arranges distribution and maintenance of fully stocked first aid boxes on site. Monitors P.P.E usage and advises site management on type of protective equipment required. Issues non-conformances, commendations and disciplinary warnings both written and verbal if required or instructed to do so. Necessary requirement of the EHS Advisor 3+ Years' Experience in similar industry. Knowledge of HV Substation projects preferred Diploma to NFQ 8 in Occupational H&S. Certificate to NFQ 6 Environmental Management. Safe Pass, (CSCS (UK , Train the Trainer, First Aid, Training Instructor. Internal ISO14000 and ISO45000 system auditor. Experience with the Construction Regulations and CDM roles, with experience working with sub-contractors. Experience with EHS Management Systems, safety schemes and tendering e.g. ISOs, Achilles, SSiPs etc. Excellent communication skills, through presentations, reports, written and verbal. Ability to work with Kirby / client / main contractor Safety and Project teams. Ability to work well within strict deadlines. Ability to be able to prepare Audits and EHS reports, to a high standard. Up to date with Legislation, Standards, Guidance, Advice and Compliance. Proactive in identifying positive and negative acts, ability to follow through with realistic corrective and preventive actions. Ability to lead and coordinate incident investigations and utilise root cause analysis.

Job Title: Instructor / Technician - Brickwork Location: Bournemouth Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £24,263 - £25,573 per annum Overview A Further Education College is recruiting an Instructor/Technician in Brickwork to provide technical, instructional and health & safety support within construction workshops. The role supports brickwork and related wet trade delivery, ensuring high standards of practical training and safe working environments. Key Responsibilities Support lecturers and students in maintaining brickwork workshop standards Prepare, organise and demonstrate safe use of bricklaying tools and equipment Supervise practical student activities where appropriate Maintain and repair tools, mixers, benches and workshop areas Manage stock control for bricks, blocks, mortar materials and consumables Order materials and negotiate best value Ensure health & safety compliance within brickwork workshops Work closely with Health & Safety teams and Learning Managers Essential Requirements Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent) Site or labouring experience within brickwork/construction Background in bricklaying (desirable) Good written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of workshop health & safety Passion for supporting learners entering the construction industry Benefits 27.5 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30.5 after 5 years) Additional leave during Christmas closure Retail discount schemes NEST Pension Scheme Permanent position with progression opportunities Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd () acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited () acts as an Employment Agency.

Mains/ service Layer trainer (Full Training Provided)Manchester£40,000-£45,000 + Pension + Provided lunches + Training + Progression + HolidayDo you come from a mains laying or service laying background in gas, or gas and water?Are you looking to come off the tools and move into a stable, site-based role where your experience still really counts?This organisation is going through an exciting period of growth and expansion, with significant recent investment into its training facilities, equipment and delivery capability. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, their ambition is to become a leading training provider within the energy, utilities and engineering sectors, continually investing in new technology and modern training environments to support long-term development.In this role, you will deliver and assess Level 1 Certificates and Level 2 Diplomas in Network Construction Operations (Gas and Water). You'll work with learners across commercial and apprenticeship programmes, using your real-world experience to develop competence, safe working practices and confidence, while assessing fairly and consistently against awarding organisation standards. You'll also support candidates with constructive feedback and guidance throughout their training journey.The ideal candidate will have experience as a mains layer or service layer, be competent in multi-lay gas and water operations, and have excavation experience. A strong gas background is essential for consideration. You don't need previous training experience - full training, support and relevant teaching and assessing qualifications will be provided for those looking to transition into a trainer role.This is a brilliant opportunity to join a rapidly expanding training organisation that will invest heavily in your development and offer a long-term career where you become a vital part of the training team, shaping the next generation of the industry. The role Monday to Friday, 7:30am / 8:00am starts 8-hour working day with 30 minutes unpaid lunch Trainer / Instructor position (full training provided) Delivering and assessing all aspects of gas and water mains and service laying The person Live within commutable distance of Manchester Have experience in a mains laying or service laying background (minimum gas experience required) Competent in multi-lay gas and water with excavation experience Want to move off the tools and into a trainer / instructor role Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.