Health & Safety Advisor

The Company

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded specialist contractor, delivering complex civil engineering, demolition, piling, and construction projects across London and the South East. With a reputation for technical excellence and innovation, they are seeking to strengthen their team with the addition of a Health & Safety Advisor to support ongoing growth.

The Role

As Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in promoting a positive safety culture across multiple live projects. You will support project teams in maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment across a diverse portfolio of projects, from enabling works and demolition through to major civil engineering and construction.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct regular site inspections and audits, providing practical advice and support to site teams

* Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation, company policies, and industry best practice

* Assist in the preparation and review of RAMS, CPPs, and other H&S documentation

* Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and training sessions to promote best practice

* Investigate and report on incidents, near misses, and accidents, identifying root causes and corrective actions

* Work closely with project managers and supervisors to embed a proactive safety culture

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across HSE management systems

Candidate Profile

* NEBOSH Construction Certificate (essential) or equivalent H&S qualification

* Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH minimum; working towards GradIOSH desirable)

* Experience in a construction / civil engineering / demolition environment (contractor-side preferred)

* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage site teams and senior stakeholders alike

* Proactive, practical approach with a genuine passion for promoting health and safety

* Flexible to travel across London and the South East for site coverage

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Company car / car allowance + travel expenses

* Pension scheme and benefits package

* Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects with a market-leading contractor

* Structured training and career progression within the HSE function