Group Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor

Description:

Overview:

The Wernick Group, a renowned independent manufacturer and supplier of Modular and Site Accommodation permanent and temporary Buildings, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Group Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor. This role is crucial to supporting our ongoing growth and business activities across the UK.

About Us:

Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company. Over the past five years, we have more than doubled our profits, a testament to the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our team is characterised by enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a can-do spirit, which drive our continued success and growth.

Location: Ideally Winchester but can be South of England

The role is covering South England with the furthest location being Head Office in Wickford, Essex.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Visits: Conduct health & safety visits, inspections, and audits at Wernick Group premises and construction sites in the South of the UK
Compliance Advice: Provide advice and assist businesses to ensure operations are fully compliant with statutory obligations, policies, and procedures.
Internal Training: Deliver internal health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) training.
H&S Management System: Assist in the development of the Wernick Group H&S Management System and related documentation for use by group businesses.
Accreditations and Registrations: Aid in progressing PQQs, accreditations, and registrations.
Project Assistance: Support projects related to health, safety, environmental, and technical matters.
Incident Investigation: Assist in accident and incident investigations.

Person Specification:

Experience: On-site experience within the construction industry at trade or technical level, and in a health & safety position.
Qualifications:

Trade or technical qualifications.
Minimum NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
CITB Site Safety Management Training Scheme Certificate.
Relevant CSCS card.
Additional formal health, safety, or environmental training or auditing qualifications would be advantageous.
Skills:

Good communication skills.
Self-motivated and ambitious.
Strong administrative and report writing skills.
High standard of IT literacy in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Full driving licence.
Willingness to take ownership of workload and a drive to learn and develop.

What We Offer:

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
Company car and fuel cards.
Generous holiday allowance (increasing with service).
Option to buy extra holidays.
Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday.
Christmas shutdown.
Early finish on Fridays.
Group pension scheme.
Annual salary review in January.
Life Assurance (2x annual salary).
Personal Accident Insurance.
Free onsite parking.
Employee assistance programme.
Training and progression opportunities.
Cycle to work scheme.
Employee referral scheme.
Benefits scheme with discounted retailers.
Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers.
Message the MD/CEO and Staff Satisfaction Survey.
Work Environment:

Family-run and well-established, secure company (trading for 90 years).
Open door policy.
Equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all community sections.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Any unsolicited CV's will be treated as gifts, and the Wernick Group has no liability for any fees. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly without entering into any terms and conditions with recruitment agencies. If assistance is needed, we will contact the relevant agency directly.

Join us at The Wernick Group and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and innovation in the construction industry.

Required Criteria

Trade or technical qualifications.
Minimum NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
CITB Site Safety Management Training Scheme Certificate.
Relevant CSCS card.
Additional formal health, safety, or environmental training or auditing qualifications would be advantageous.
Desired Criteria

Experience in modular buildings or portable accommodation
Skills Needed

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Company Benefits

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Shopping Cashback, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Annual Rise, Profit Share, Employee Recognition Scheme, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave

Salary

Not disclosed