What do you do on a day to day basis?

As Head of Training & HSEQ you will often finding me leading a course to teach Watkins employees, sub-contractors and other construction businesses to have a positive culture and approach to health and safety.

I am an IOSH trainer and advisor of health and safety and work with operatives and managers to ensure they are compliant with HSEQ requirements. I also support clients who have signed up for our HSEQ consultancy services. Plus, I do a lot of training and personal development to ensure I am up to date on new regulations, accreditations and qualifications.

How long have you been working for Watkins?

I have been employed for 4 years now and prior to that I was a sub-contractor for 8 years.

Do you get out on site a lot?

I get to visit sites fortnightly.

What do you like best about working for Watkins?

There is always someone on hand to ask for advice, it’s a proactive company and above all we take H&S seriously from the Directors down throughout the company.

What is your favourite part of your job?

Teaching and educating, always trying to create a positive safety culture within the company, so all operatives go home safe to their family.

What is next for your career?

To achieve IOSH CMIOSH status.