Site EHS Advisor

Job Opportunity: 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 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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