Health & Safety Advisor (South)

MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 143 branches and over 3300 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the ‘MKM family’ for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!
This is a fully remote role, however will require travel to branches in the south and our Central Support office based in Hull.
Main Purpose
To support existing sites in implementing the company wide H&S strategy, ensuring suitable safety standards and legal compliance is maintained. To coach and mentor staff and act as a focal point of expertise. To support the onboarding of new sites and contribute to the national strategy whilst effectively implementing it at site level.
Duties & Responsibilities
Support branches with H&S compliance
Promoting a pro-active safety culture
Ensuring health and safety standards are met on-site
Investigating accidents and writing reports
Identifying potential hazards
Advising branches on statutory requirements
Completing risk assessments and site inspections
Suggesting improvements to working processes
Preparing safe operating procedures
Ensuring staff understand safety procedures
Checking equipment is safe
Compiling statistics for reports and presentations
Developing and reviewing HSE policies and procedures
Advising and training staff on best working practices
Liaising with enforcing authorities
Monitoring environmental impacts and compliance with legislation
KPI’s
Accident statistics
Branch audit scores
Completion of specific tasks / projects
Branch Director feedback
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Minimum NEBOSH Certificate, preferably NEBOSH Diploma
IOSH membership
Minimum 3 years health and safety experience is essential
Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) legislation
Environmental qualification is desirable
Computer skills (MS Office)
Ability to build strong working relationships
Good attention to detail
Able to use own initiative
Effective organisational skills
Persistence and determination
Benefits
A competitive pay package.
Company car
Generous discretionary bonus scheme
Substantial staff discounts
Training and development opportunities
Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Perkbox discounts
Contributory pension scheme
Financial Planning Support
Cycle to work scheme.
Free parking
Enhanced Maternity
Enhanced Paternity
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health Support
Any queries, please call on: 01482 262280
- Department
- Health + Safety
- Role
- Health & Safety Advisor (South)
- Locations
- London
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
London
About MKM Building Supplies
MKM is the UK’s leading builder’s merchant, with branches across England, Scotland & Wales. Founded in 1995, we have branches across the length and breadth of the United Kingdom from Redruth to Elgin, Norwich and Llandudno.
We offer a vast range of building materials, from bulk bags of sand and aggregates to bricks and timber. Plus, we have stunning kitchens, bathrooms and landscaping supplies, all with free local delivery!