Health And Safety Advisor
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support our health, safety, and compliance objectives across the business. This hybrid role will be based between our main office and regular visits to operational and construction sites, ensuring compliance with UK health and safety legislation and promoting a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide professional health and safety advice and support to management and site teams.
* Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments across multiple locations.
* Ensure compliance with current UK Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
* Review and develop risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.
* Deliver health and safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness initiatives.
* Produce reports and monitor health and safety performance metrics.
* Support managers in implementing best practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies when required.
Essential Requirements
* NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum requirement).
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety Advisor, Officer, or similar role.
* Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
* Experience carrying out audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to sites.
* Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
Preferred Requirements
* NEBOSH Diploma.
* Experience within the construction industry or a construction-related environment.
* Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH, GradIOSH, or CMIOSH).
* Degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
* Experience working across multiple sites and managing contractor safety.
Benefits
* Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience.
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Company pension scheme.
* Professional development and training support.
* Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
* Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of sites and projects