The posting
Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.
Department: Sapphire Utility Solutions, a Lanes Group Company specialise in multiple divisions.
Welsh Water works closely with operational and delivery teams to support the maintenance, improvement, and resilience of
water and wastewater infrastructure across Wales and surrounding regions. The team delivers essential projects that enhance network performance, improve water and wastewater treatment facilities, and protect the environment, helping to
provide reliable services for customers and communities while supporting long-term sustainability.
Purpose of the role:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to support our Health & Safety operations across the Welsh Water contract and other key divisions. This role provides essential administrative, reporting and coordination support to the HSEQ Manager, Advisors and Director.
The ideal candidate will have strong administrative experience, excellent IT skills, and the ability to work accurately with data in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in Utilities, Construction or Civils would be highly beneficial.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative & Reporting Support
- Provide day‑to‑day administrative assistance to the HSEQ Manager, HSEQ Advisors and HSEQ Director.
- Compile and maintain spreadsheets, reports and documentation for internal and external use.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations showing trends, statistics and performance indicators.
- Manage and assess incoming near‑miss submissions, ensuring accurate data entry and follow‑up.
- Assist with Occupational Health assessment scheduling and coordination.
Systems & Data Management
- Maintain and update information on E20, SharePoint and other internal systems.
- Ensure data is accurate, up‑to‑date and stored in line with company procedures.
- Support the creation of H&S communications and updates for distribution across the wider business.
Operational Support
- Assist HSEQ Advisors with depot inspections, fire alarm tests and routine compliance checks.
- Order equipment and supplies for the HSEQ team as required.
- Support the coordination of HSEQ processes and ensure consistent follow‑through.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Strong administrative background with excellent organisation and time‑management skills.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage, analyse and present data accurately.
- Confident communicator with the ability to create clear written communications.
- Able to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Desirable:
- Experience within Utilities, Construction, Civils or a similar operational environment.
- Experience working with SharePoint or database systems (e.g., E20).
- NEBOSH qualification or IOSH Managing Safely (or a willingness to work towards this).
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
- Strong team player capable of supporting a busy HSEQ department.
- Positive attitude with a commitment to driving safety culture.
Living the Company Values
By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.
Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:
- Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
- Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
- Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
- Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
- Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.
Your Contribution to the company:
- Strive to be always positive and constructive
- Adhere to all company policies
- Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
- Help others through communicating clearly
- Deliver on commitments
- Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
- Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’
Equality, Diversion & Inclusion
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.
