Construction SHE Advisor – Regional Safety Lead

Wates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates is seeking a SHE Advisor to support project teams across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and North East. You will provide practical advice on safety, health and environment, helping create safe, healthy and responsible working environments on our construction sites.

You’ll work with experienced colleagues, conduct inspections, assist in risk assessments, incident investigations and share lessons learned. NEBOSH is essential, and travel across the region is required.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH qualification is essential.
• Practical understanding of health and safety principles and risk management.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with people at all levels.
• The ability to positively influence working practices.
• A collaborative, approachable and solutions-focused mindset.
• Willingness to travel across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and North East.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice and guidance on safety, health and environmental matters
• Supporting site teams with inspections, audits and SHE reviews
• Helping identify hazards and supporting effective risk management
• Reviewing working practices and promoting continuous improvement
• Supporting incident investigations and sharing lessons learned
• Building positive relationships with project teams and supply chain partners
• Promoting a proactive culture where everyone takes responsibility for health, safety and wellbeing

Skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Collaborative mindset

Safety awareness

Practical judgement

Travel willingness

Education

NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Wates is seeking a SHE Advisor to support project teams across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and North East. You will provide practical advice on safety, health and environment, helping create safe, healthy and responsible working environments on our construction sites.

You’ll work with experienced colleagues, conduct inspections, assist in risk assessments, incident investigations and share lessons learned. NEBOSH is essential, and travel across the region is required.