The Arup people function is undergoing an exciting period of transformation. As we establish our new operating model, we are streamlining our processes and aligning our delivery on a global scale, to ensure that we provide an excellent member experience aligned to our values.
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The Opportunity
The Senior Health and Safety Project Specialist will play a pivotal part in shaping health and safety practices across major projects, from the initial bidding phase through to delivery to ensure H&S needs are fully integrated. Your expertise will guide teams in addressing design and project-related risks, ensuring compliance with regulations such as the CDM Regulations, the Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
You will also establish H&S competency frameworks, deliver specialised training, and lead the investigation of serious incidents to drive continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on project safety and success, working within a forward-thinking, innovative environment.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
Is this role right for you?
We are looking for people who:
- Have relevant industry experience and technical expertise in Construction, Built Environment and/or Infrastructure development within a business support environment, and are able to demonstrate relevant Competence (Skills, Knowledge, Attitude, Training, Experience and Behaviours).
- Have expertise in delivery of a broad range of CDM/H&S related advice with substantial design risk experience in construction and infrastructure-related disciplines.
- Have knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001 and 9001, BS 8670 and associated standards and PAS.
- Are chartered professional, or seeking chartered status (e.g., CMIOSH, CMaPS or chartered engineer).
- NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety or Health and Safety Management.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Rhian Melaney at [email protected], Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at http://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Rhian Melaney [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
