Posted By EUAN RONALD
I started doing SHE in the RN 6 yrs. I am Nebosh Certifcate qualified and I am currently undertaking the NEBOSH National Diploma. The problem I am facing is trying to find work. While Health & Safety is the same in both civilian street and the military and cannot find an employer who is willing to acknowledge my experience or even give me a chance in a junior position. Does anybody know of an employer who has previously employed ex forces in safety advisor roles or any employer who would consider starting me in an assistants position?

Many thanks

Euan

Posted By Paul Oliver
Hi Euan,

I think where you are going wrong is where you are stating that H&S is the same in both military and civillian life. They aren't!
Civvy employers want to see how you would consider the commercial aspects of H&S. If you tell someone to do something in the military they will do it, if you have the same approach in civvy street you are likely to be greeted with a volley of unpleasant words.

you need to look at your current skills and qualities within the military and think how they would apply in a commercial environment, difficult to do when your still in the service.

If you want, I'll have a look at your CV and see if i can give you a few pointers.

Paul

Posted By William
Try PSN they are screaming out for ex navel personnel, there is a link for their jobs website below. PSN were KBR until last year when they had a management buy out, and they are part of haliburton i think. They are very interested in ex navel personnel as they have a hand in the new super carriers when/if they are built.

http://www.psnworld.com/

Posted By Spencer T Walford
I know where you are coming from I am ex forces (28 yrs). What employers and clients alike are looking for is your experience. Let me expand briefly its a bit of a double edge weapon if you have experience they will scan your certificates, if you do not have the experience they are unlikely to view your certificates. You need to gather experience even in short stints such as I am offering. I am always looking for back-up on different sites.

I am looking for safety cover on a site in Birmingham City Centre. It is for 2 weeks minimum starting 21st April and possibly a week or more after. The site is already set up and method statements and risk assessments approved. It is a good site with pleasant surroundings and a office available for administrative purposes.

I am in urgent need of cover as I have another site I need to go to and my partner is taking a holiday break. This could lead to further opportunities as we already have several companies enquiring after our services. We also look for weekend cover, night cover all periodically.

This would be a great opportunity for you to gain experience and join our network of professionals. If you are not interested or know of someone who would please respond to:email
spencert@blackberry.orange.co.uk or Spencer on 07932073578