Job Description

Do you want to work for a company that values its staff, is committed to developing the communities it works in, and has a sustained pipeline of work in the social and affordable housing industry in Scotland?

About the role

As a Health and Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in building a Safety First culture, providing support, advice and guidance on all aspects of health, safety and welfare to Directors, Managers, and staff and as appropriate. You will report to the Group SHEQ Manager and support all business needs for sites across West, Central and East Scotland. This role will be based in our Dalry office, with regular site visits to our housebuilding sites and offices around Central Scotland.

Key roles and responsibilities include

Promote a Positive Safety First culture. Carrying out audits and inspections on a number of housebuilding sites as well as company offices and facilities around Scotland (driving and access to your own vehicle is an essential requirement). Assisting in the development of construction phase plans and other pre-development documentation. Assisting the Group SHEQ manager in developing health and safety policies and procedures, and ensuring they are implemented. Leading and assisting on investigations relating to accidents, health-related complaints, cases of ill health, and HSE enforcement action. Maintaining and updating records on health and safety. Appraising sub-contractors RAMS and PQQ's for the project teams using our online appraisal system. Identifying potential hazards and determining ways of reducing risks. Carrying out and assisting in creating risk assessments/method statements for construction teams. Advising site managers and workers on health and safety related matters. Managing and organise training and communications on keeping safe at work. Ensuring that work equipment is installed correctly and safely. Keeping up to date with health and safety legislation.

The Benefits

Competitive Salary Company Pension Life Assurance Westfield Health benefit plan Social events Support for CPD Car allowance 34 days holiday including public holidays

Personal Skills and Experience

Must have proven knowledge and experience working in a construction/housebuilding environment as a safety practitioner. Excellent communication skills including mentoring, training and support. Proactive and positive work ethic and possess sound attention to detail. Able to use your own initiative with persistence and determination. Able to work well with others as part of the project team. Health and Safety Legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations in relation to health & safety and potential claims, etc. IT literate including standard MS Office packages and industry specific software such as WorkWallet, etc. ISO certification awareness would be beneficial.

Formal Qualifications

Minimum NEBOSH general certificate and/or NEBOSH Construction certificate. Membership of IOSH - minimum TechIOSH working towards or at CMIOSH level is preferred. Other preferable qualifications include NEBOSH fire certificate, environmental qualification, etc. A full and Clean UK Driving Licence is essential due to travel required as part of this role.

About the Company

Since its foundation in 1946, McTaggart Construction has delivered significant impact through the delivery of social, affordable and private housing projects throughout West and Central Scotland. We are seeking to future proof our business by retaining and onboarding key talent to ensure successful ongoing project delivery and excellent relationships with our suppliers, subcontractors and clients.

We are undertaking a significant period of growth and modernisation in our business to ensure effective future proofing, with a strong focus on our culture and values, striving towards achieving net zero and ensuring we are well placed to become the construction partner of choice within our industry.

How to Apply

Email your CV to our Recruitment Advisor at ross.grimes@mctaggartconstruction.co.uk or call us on 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role.

Please note, we are seeking direct applications only at this time. No agency CVs will be accepted for this role. Should we require assistance in filling the position, we will reach out to our existing agency partners.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025
Reference ID: Health and Safety Advisor
Expected start date: 04/08/2025