EHS Advisor
Location: Sizewell, Leiston
Contract: Full-time, Site-based (5 days/week)
Salary: GBP45,000 - GBP55,000 per annum + Company car or GBP7,000 allowance
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and dedicated EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Advisor to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving a positive safety culture across projects, ensuring compliance with company procedures, industry standards, and legislative requirements. This role is site-based and requires regular engagement with employees, contractors, and management to embed best practices and deliver continual improvement in HSEQ performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and embed a positive HSEQ culture in line with company procedures.
- Support the HSEQ Lead in reviewing and developing HSEQ procedures for continual improvement.
- Provide advice and support to employees and management on best practices relating to HSEQ.
- Encourage ownership, accountability, and inclusion of all staff in safety initiatives.
- Assist with hazard identification and risk assessment on new contracts prior to commencement.
- Contribute to the preparation of HSEQ Management Plans, Method Statements, and assessments (risk, noise, manual handling).
- Support site teams in conducting weekly inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, policies, and safe working practices.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents, near misses, and site observations.
- Assist in delivering training programmes and support the ongoing development of staff competency.
- Attend and contribute to HSEQ meetings, seminars, and senior management forums as required.
- Prepare quarterly HSEQ reports summarising incidents, close calls, authority visits, training, and compliance updates.
- Ensure all allocated sites are visited at least once every 7 days.
- Liaise with enforcing authorities, contractors, and professional bodies to maintain compliance and build strong relationships.
- Promote the understanding that incident prevention and environmental good practice are integral to operational efficiency.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative requirements, technological advancements, and industry best practices.
Requirements
- Valid UK Driving Licence (essential).
- Valid CSCS Card (essential).
- Basic knowledge and understanding of civil works in construction.
- NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable).
- IOSH Membership (desirable).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (GBP45,000 - GBP55,000).
- Company car or GBP7,000 annual allowance.
- Opportunity for continued professional development and training.
- A collaborative and safety-first working environment.