Health Safety Environment Advisor

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SHEQ Advisor to support the delivery of projects safely, without risk to personnel health, while protecting the environment and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

This is a key role within the business, working closely with leadership and project teams to drive a strong Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) culture and continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities

Business Support

• Support senior management in promoting a positive SHEQ culture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance SHEQ performance
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Maintain supplier and subcontractor approval systems
• Support the maintenance of business accreditations
• Assist in developing and improving SHEQ systems/software
• Conduct internal audits in line with ISO standards

Project Support

• Support project teams to deliver works safely and compliantly
• Interpret and apply relevant legislation, particularly CDM Regulations
• Act as Principal Designer where required, or coordinate the process
• Produce Construction Phase Plans and Environmental Management Plans
• Develop Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Investigate incidents, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Conduct site audits, track actions through to close-out, and verify compliance
• Ensure tools and equipment are inspected and maintained in line with requirements

About You

Essential Requirements

• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation (including CDM, Working at Height, Electricity at Work)
• Experience in the construction sector (utilities experience desirable)
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• TechIOSH membership
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• High attention to detail and professionalism
• Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Advanced Excel skills and reporting capability
• Strong analytical thinking with a focus on continuous improvement

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