Posted By jono 30
Hi.

I have just completed my mocks for the NGC,Have scored passes in all three papers.Fingers crossed will pass now.My exams begin next week.
On here today to see if somebody would be willing to take me on as Trainee H+S advisor.
I come from a construction background.For the last ten 10yrs I have worked as Foreman MetelDecker installing decking flooring all around UK and Ireland.I have worked on many large Constrution sites over the yrs (Snow Hill,Birmingham.Multi Million pound project).My tasks were to oversee works,Make sure work was being completed on time,Up to good standards and working to Safe systems of works,Also had to implement risk assessments.
I have many certificates-Ipaf,Cscs Working at heights,Pasma etc.
I am 30yrs old and very motivated to get started in H+S.I am based in Wigan NW of England.
Hopefully somebody will be willing to give me the chance I need.

Many Thanks for taking time to read my thread.
John

Posted By Swis
Jono,

I think the best thing would be to look for a much junior role to put your step in the field. H&S Advisor is a much experience role which needs indepth knowledge and experience.

Posted By Swis
Yes, I have read your post clearly thats why I have advised you to look at more junior role. Afterall we live in a realistic world. Also IMHO the word 'trainee safety advisor' seems odd.

Secondly, the qualifications and experience you have described will not attract ‘advisor’ position.

Finally, you've probably seen some posts from CMIOSH guys looking for 'advisor' positions. So nearlly nill chances there.

Posted By jono 30

Plus I do have some experience in H+S,Ive been working around it for the last 10yrs.Granted not as my first career but my position meant dealing with H+S issues with all levels of management.Ive previously done minor H+S and safety and Inspection courses over the yrs and now Ive nearly completed the NGC.So my experinces are Hands on experience not just from a text book.

Posted By jono 30
Swiss

I really do appreciate your advise and knowledge.That's why I posted on here.
Thanks again.

Posted By jono 30
Thanks Andy.

Congratulations on the Job.

J

Posted By paul burke
Hi all
Like Jono 30 I am also looking for an opening into a H & S career. With over 30 years in the construction industry as a bricklayer, The last 6 years in the capacity of a R E S.I have completed my NEBOSH N.G.C. in May and will receive my results late July. On attaining positive results (fingers crossed)I hope to apply for a techiosh membership.
So if any members can offer me an opening to a career in H&S in any capacity even on a voluntary basis maybe one or two days a week,It would be of great help to me.
I am based in Merseyside so anywhere within a 50 mile radius will be fine. Cheers all Paul.

Posted By paul burke
Thanks for such a swift response John, But for personal reasons i need to remain "up north"
Cheers Paul

Posted By Swis
by the way that response was for john not paul.

Posted By Paul Burke
Over the past few months I have sent out over 30 requests for work experience to "major companies" with only one having the decency to reply. "Its a jungle out there" Paul

Posted By Paul Burke
Wasn,t sure how it all worked. Know now
Paul

Posted By John Fraser

John

Have a look at SHP Jobs to identify any housing associations who may take on health and safety advisors in the london region.

John

Posted By jono 30
Id appreciate any Help or advise.
Thank you.

Posted By STEPHEN81
Hey Jono, don't mind the negative remarks.

Think positive and you'll get a job, I'm new in the business too. Only passed the Gen Cert last year but now have Co-ordinators position in a manufacturing/chemical company.

Think positive!

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