Site EHS Advisor Job Prestonpans area,Scotland UK,Engineering

Site EHS Advisor

Location:

Edinburgh (Inchcape) |

Contract:

6 months |

Hours:

10 hours per day / 50 hours per week (Mon - Fri)

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor. This role is essential for providing operational environmental, health, and safety support to ensure the successful delivery of high‑voltage substation projects.

Job Purpose

The Site EHS Advisor is responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the site organization. You will act as a champion for zero harm, environmental protection, and a sustainable future, ensuring all site activities comply with legislative requirements and Siemens Energy standards.

Responsibilities

Site Mobilisation & Compliance

Ensure all required notices, Construction Phase Plans (CPP), Emergency Response Plans (ERP), and RAMS/Permits are available and prominently posted at site locations.
Verify that hazardous substances are stored correctly and that chemical assessments are available at the point of storage.
Establish project EHS Safety Representatives and maintain EHS project folders and files.

Operational Safety & SSOW

Support site management in ensuring all resources understand and sign project documentation for Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
Provide technical EHS commentary for task‑based risk assessments and method statements, specifically for non‑routine tasks.
Monitor subcontractor compliance against accepted RAMS and report non‑conformance to the Site Manager.

Induction & Training

Manage the EHS site induction process for all personnel and visitors, ensuring all certifications are valid before work commences.
Deliver project‑specific EHS training and toolbox talks regarding local legislative requirements and risk mitigation.

Monitoring, Reporting & Investigation

Conduct routine and non‑routine inspections to monitor work operations.
Log safety observations and unsafe acts into relevant reporting tools.
Lead initial incident risk assessments and gather information for accidents, escalating significant incidents to the PM and EHS Head.
Develop and issue weekly EHS Site Reports.

About You Technical Essentials

Experience:

Strong construction background with experience implementing EHS arrangements for a Principal Contractor on CDM projects.
Knowledge:
Detailed understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation related to large‑scale construction.
Qualifications (Mandatory): NEBOSH Certificate (minimum requirement), Diploma or equivalent in Health & Safety/Environmental Management, CDM Awareness and CCNSG Passport, Fire Safety and Accident Investigation training.

Technical Desirables

Lead Auditor (ISO 14001 / OHSAS 18001).
Safety coaching/behavioural safety expertise.
First Aid at Work.

Skillsets

Permit to Work and Electrical Safety expertise.
IT Literacy (MS Office).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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