Senior Health and Safety Advisor
Up to £60,000 + Benefits + Structured CPD
Senior Health and Safety Advisor (Permanent, Full-Time)
Plymouth – Major Infrastructure Project (Site-Based)
Leading UK Infrastructure & Engineering Delivery Partner
Search² is exclusively supporting a leading UK infrastructure delivery organisation as they appoint a Senior Health and Safety Advisor to support a flagship, multi-faceted major project in Plymouth.
This role sits within a nationally recognised engineering and infrastructure group delivering complex programmes across regulated and nationally significant sectors. This role will be supporting a high-profile refurbishment project involving demolition, heavy civils and multi-disciplinary construction activities.
This is not a roaming regional role. You will be embedded on one significant, complex project.
Why this could be a strong move for you
Exposure to a major, technically challenging infrastructure scheme
Structured SHE governance within a large, established group
Genuine CPD and development support
Opportunity to influence performance through data, assurance and contractor engagement This role would suit someone who enjoys operating within structured systems, analysing performance trends and influencing improvement across a complex contractor environment.
What you will be doing
Supporting the Contract Leadership Team in delivery of the Group SHE Management System
Providing independent and objective oversight of SHE performance
Supporting assurance programmes and contractor compliance activities
Reviewing inspection quality and ensuring effective close out of findings
Supporting investigations of incidents and unplanned events
Analysing SHE data to identify trends and support data-led improvement plans
Coaching operational teams and supply chain partners on compliance and best practice
Supporting delivery of annual SHE objectives You will operate in a client-facing, governance-heavy environment where process, reporting accuracy and communication standards are critical.
What you will need
Construction or Civil Engineering project experience
NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum)
Strong working knowledge of UK construction legislation
Ability to operate confidently within structured systems and digital reporting environments
Strong stakeholder engagement skills across contractor and client teams This is a Senior Advisor position with salary available up to £60,000 depending on experience.
If you are currently operating at Advisor level on complex schemes and looking for a long-term permanent opportunity with development and progression potential, this could be a strong next step.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Search² directly