Health & Safety Advisor
The Company
* This company is a highly regarded and respected multi disciplined specialist civils contractor. They have this current requirement within their Demolition division. They have a group turnover of £140m and work on schemes up to £30m
The Role
This client is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Health & Safety Advisor with proven experience in the demolition industry to join our team on a range of high-risk, technically complex projects in Central London. You will play a key role in promoting a strong health and safety culture, ensuring all demolition, soft strip, and structural alteration works are carried out safely, in compliance with regulations and best practices.
* Monitor site health, safety, and environmental compliance across multiple demolition sites.
* Conduct regular inspections, audits, and site walkarounds, reporting on findings and ensuring actions are closed out.
* Prepare site-specific risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and Construction Phase Plans.
* Provide toolbox talks, inductions, and ongoing training to operatives and site teams.
* Advise on the safe planning and execution of demolition, soft strip, and temporary works.
* Support incident investigations and implement corrective/preventative actions.
* Maintain accurate records in line with ISO/OHSAS or internal management systems.
* Work collaboratively with site teams, subcontractors, and senior management to drive a strong safety culture.
* Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, relevant HSE regulations, and best practice guidelines.
* Liaise with external bodies (e.g. HSE, local authorities) as needed.
The Requirements:
* Health & Safety degree or NEBOSH Construction/General Certificate
* CCDO-qualified (Supervisor or above preferred) or equivalent demolition safety training.
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in the demolition or enabling works sector.
* Good knowledge of CDM Regulations, LOLER, PUWER, and HSE Guidance (e.g., HSG168, BS6187).
* Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage operatives and managers alike.
* IT literate with ability to write reports and maintain digital safety documentation.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-risk environment in central urban locations.
The Benefits
* Competitive salary as well as travel allowance or expenses
* Ongoing professional development and funded training
* Supportive team culture and career progression opportunities
* Opportunity to work on high-profile demolition and redevelopment projects in Central London