SHE Advisor

SHE Advisor

Would you like to play a key role within the Naval Ships programmes such as Type 26 and the Hunter Class Frigate? We currently have a vacancy for a SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) Advisor at our site in Govan.

As a SHE Advisor, you will be tasked with ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of people and the products and services delivered within Naval Ships, we are committed to the highest standards of safety health and environmental management as we drive to continually improve our SHE awareness and performance and you will be part of the driving force behind this.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to join a dynamic team working in a high-risk environment where every day is different, whilst delivering SHE support and advice across the business.

Your main responsibilities as a SHE Advisor will involve:

Supporting the development of the SHE (Safety, Health & Environmental) Management systems by the effective implementation of processes and procedures

Providing management information as appropriate for both internal and external use

Providing information, education, training, support and guidance to the business in order to improve SHE Performance

Providing practical advice and guidance to the organisation on the development and maintenance of safe systems of work

Supporting the delivery of the Safety Maturity Model across the business

Supporting the delivery of company training packages as required

Support and where appropriate carry out accident, incident investigations

Displaying a visible active commitment to SHE - leading by example, acting on SHE concerns

Your skills and qualifications:

Essential:

Previous experience in delivering SHE services within an industrial, manufacturing or complex engineering environment

Experience in carrying out accident and incident investigations

Knowledge/experience of using appropriate investigation tools and techniques in order to identify root cause and support the implementation of improvement outcomes

Demonstratable proficiency in understanding policies, legislation, industry standards and best practices

Demonstratable proficiency in the preparation and presentation of reports on a wide range of SHE related topics

Desirable:

IOSH membership held

What we're looking for in you:

You will be proactive with excellent communication skills, both written and verbally, this will allow you to demonstrate your stakeholder influencing and management skills, both through team working and liaising with customers.

This will allow you to showcase your drive and commitment alongside your flexibility. Also, you will be able to analyse and interpret the relevant data and information in order to present findings.

Location: Govan

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, our advanced defence technology protects people and national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure. We search for new ways to provide our customers with a competitive edge across the air, maritime, land and cyber domains. We employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries, and work closely with local partners to support economic development by transferring knowledge, skills and technology.

Our Naval Ships business

We design and manufacture a range of naval ships and state of the art combat systems and equipment, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. From offshore patrol vessels through to the latest City Class Type 26 frigates that we are building for the UK Royal Navy, and the Australian Hunter Class and Canadian Surface Combatant, we are a business that operates on a truly global platform and can offer a wide range of opportunities where you can play your part in these challenging and exciting projects.

Attracting and retaining the sharpest minds is essential for a globally competitive UK naval engineering business. Our aim is to recruit the very best talent and we welcome applications from a diverse range of people, from all backgrounds, with many different skills, experience and perspectives. We offer the flexibility you need to do what's important to you, whether that's job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, we'll support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential.

We recognise that an inclusive and diverse workplace - where all employees feel respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential - is vitally important. Not only does it inspire creativity and collaboration, it's good for business. We celebrate our differences and believe our diverse skills, abilities and perspectives strengthen our culture and our overall performance.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.