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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/what-we-do

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT’S INVOLVED?

• You’ll be supporting our varied, and fast paced, Earth & Environment Business Unit of WSP in the UK & Ireland. This Business Unit work in a wide variety of environments, undertaking many different tasks;

• You’ll be an integral part of the continual development of Health and Safety at WSP, as we strive toward our Zero Harm goal; and,

• Work within a tight knit and supportive Safety, Health and Wellbeing (SHW) team.

YOUR TEAM

We are looking for a full time, active, and engaged member of our SHW Team to support us during maternity absence of our team member, for an anticipated 12 months. The role will involve supporting over 1,000 people organised into three disciplines: Environment, Environmental Consents and Sustainability & Safety Advisory, that sit within the Earth and Environment Business Unit.

The disciplines contain multiple service lines, each providing specialist design and advisory services and containing a wide range of designers, engineers, consultants and technical specialists serving the built and natural environment, from ecologists, acousticians, ESG, asbestos and chemical safety and environmental impact assessors. As a design consultancy, whilst much of our work is desk based, for a large number of colleagues work happens on site, undertake high risk activities or travel to high-risk countries; all require dedicated and tailored health and safety support in discharging our projects.

The role requires the provision of focussed competent health and safety advice, with knowledge and experience. Duties include supporting the SHW Business Partner to;

• liaise with, and support, the relevant Business Unit operational leadership;

• monitor and report on key performance indicators (managing data, tracking and providing statistical analysis, and report compilation);

• generating and cascading SHW communication to the Business Units;

• deliver UK Corporate and Business Unit specific SHW objectives;

• incident and accident investigation and managing data;

• manage and run SHW forums;

• create and deliver SHW elements of project bid support;

• carry out internal SHW assurance auditing (office and site);

• drive H&S culture and safety management system compliance;

• develop and maintain assigned H&S policy documents and tools held in our safety management system;

• provide analysis on specific project areas as required.

• The role requires the successful candidate to –

• be a passionate and vocal advocate of SHW and have the appetite to seek out and drive forward SHW initiatives, independently or as part of a team, with a goal of continually improving SHW for our colleagues;

• follow a process of continual professional development; being aware of, and in touch with any changes to relevant UK H&S legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and industry best practice standards;

• work as part of the wider WSP community liaising with, as appropriate, our UK colleagues, Business Unit / Discipline Stream Operational Teams, Management Services Teams, Corporate Real Estate Team, Location Directors, H&S Representatives, Project Teams, and all other key stakeholders as appropriate.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU…

Essentials:

• have a passion for Safety, Health and Wellbeing. We can develop competence, but we cannot develop passion;

• are a diligent, hard-working self-starter with initiative and ability to work within a diverse team environment across the UK and develop relationships and rapport with all stakeholders, and a willingness to continually learn and develop;

• hold a NEBOSH Construction Certificate or are willing to work towards it;

• training / presentation skills and experience or aptitude and willingness to learn in this area;

• strong influencing skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels in a diplomatic and persuasive manner; excellent listening and communication skills;

• thrive in a fast-paced working environment and can deliver against challenging deadlines, either individually or as part of a team; [RF1]

• can work with and manage, sensitive and confidential information, dealing with all stakeholders with the highest level of respect and professionalism;

• have strong organisational skills – can effectively manage several projects concurrently, ensuring that deadlines are met; and

• possess strong IT skills.

Desirables:

• have experience in a Health and Safety advisory role (experience in a technical / consulting company is ideal);

• are aware of and understand the CDM regulations;

• have an understanding of auditing processes;

• have competence in managing and interpreting health and safety data, identifying risk and opportunities, and being able to action opportunities where appropriate.

[RF1] Not sure about this wording.

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.