Prevention consultant Level 1

Function

• You will be responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the global prevention and wellbeing policy.
• You will draw up the overall prevention plan and the annual action plan and closely monitor their implementation.
• You will translate the organisation’s strategic objectives into a concrete and forward-looking security policy.
• You advise the board and management on strategic decisions relating to safety, wellbeing and prevention.
• You will ensure that the health and safety policy is applied consistently across the various construction sites and workshops.
• You will initiate and validate risk assessments and follow up on the proposed preventative measures.
• You will investigate workplace accidents and ensure that the necessary actions are properly followed up.
• You will supervise and follow up on audits and inspections.
• You ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and management systems.
• You will monitor compliance with, amongst other things, the VCA and other relevant standards and requirements.
• You will coordinate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders on prevention and wellbeing.
• You will play an active role in strengthening the safety culture within the organisation.
• You organise and support training courses, awareness-raising campaigns and communications relating to safety.
• You will monitor relevant environmental issues and contribute to sustainability initiatives.
• You will take on an advisory and coaching role in relation to managers and staff.
• You combine a bird’s-eye view with a keen understanding of the day-to-day realities on the shop floor.

Profile

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field.
• You hold the Level 1 Health and Safety Advisor certificate.
• You have at least 5 to 8 years’ relevant experience, preferably within the construction sector or a similar technical environment.
• You have a thorough knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• You have experience with safety and management systems, including VCA.
• You have experience of risk assessments, audits, inspections and investigations into workplace accidents.
• You have proven experience in a managerial or coordinating role.
• You have strong analytical skills and can translate complex safety issues into practical solutions.
• You have excellent communication skills and can communicate easily with both senior management and staff on the shop floor.
• You are decisive and not afraid to take on responsibility.
• You have a hands-on approach, but you always keep the bigger picture in mind.
• You are proactive and think ahead.
• You are highly persuasive and know how to get people on board with change.
• You are committed to creating a sustainable and positive safety culture.

Organisation

You will be joining a growing and forward-looking organisation with a strong technical and operational focus. Safety, quality and professionalism are key pillars of the organisation and are given a prominent place within the business strategy. In this key role, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on both policy and day-to-day operations on the ground. You will work with various levels within the organisation and will be given the freedom to take the initiative and implement improvements.

Offer

• A key role within a growing and innovative organisation.
• A role with significant strategic impact and high visibility within the organisation.
• A great deal of autonomy and responsibility in further developing the prevention policy.
• A varied role in which strategy and practice constantly come together.
• A supportive and friendly working atmosphere.
• Collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Access to internal and external training courses.
• Competitive remuneration complemented by fringe benefits.
• Fun team activities, team-building events and other initiatives.

Interested?

Would you like to put your experience as a Level 1 Prevention Adviser to good use in a key role where you can make a real difference to health and safety? Apply today and find out more about this challenging opportunity during an introductory meeting.