Job Title: Health and Safety Specialist
This role is a crucial support position to the Environmental, Health & Safety team on a major civil infrastructure project.
The successful candidate will assist in ensuring all safety documentation, compliance records, and administrative systems are maintained at the highest standards.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills and a keen interest in health and safety in a construction environment.
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About the Role:
* Assist the EHS team in coordinating, documenting, and implementing safety procedures on site.
* Maintain up-to-date records of risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), tool box talks, permits, and incident reports.
* Monitor and update safety registers, training logs, and inspection schedules.
* Support the preparation of reports, statistics, and audit documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
* Liaise with subcontractors and site teams to ensure accurate documentation is submitted and filed.
* Support onboarding and induction processes from a safety compliance perspective.
* Schedule and record EHS meetings, distribute minutes, and follow up on action items.
* Coordinate the PPE inventory and distribution process.
* Ensure site notice boards and digital systems are kept current with relevant safety information and updates.
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Requirements:
Essential Skills:
* Previous experience in an EHS or site administration role, preferably on a construction or civil engineering project.
* Strong organisational and document management skills.
* High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records under pressure.
* Fluent language skills in English and Portuguese.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Desirable Qualifications:
* Familiarity with EHS software systems.
* Knowledge of Portuguese construction H&S regulations.
* EHS training (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH certificate, or local equivalent) is beneficial.
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Benefits:
* Competitive daily rate based on experience.
* Long-term opportunity on a high-profile civil infrastructure project.
* Chance to work with an experienced EHS team and develop skills in a fast-paced environment.
* Accommodation and transport support may be provided depending on candidate location.