EHS Advisor

OCS Recruitment Ltd; Leiston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced EHS Advisor for the Sizewell Power Station project. This role offers significant responsibilities, supporting all Environmental, Health & Safety requirements in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have at least 3 years of EHS experience in civil engineering, a NEBOSH Construction Certificate, and a strong understanding of UK regulations. The position promises career development and a supportive team culture. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development

Supportive team culture

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in EHS within civil engineering or heavy construction sector.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and UK construction H&S legislation.
• Confident communicator capable of driving safe working behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of all Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
• Carry out site inspections, audits, and behavioural safety engagements.
• Develop and update RAMS, toolbox talks, and safety communications.

Skills

EHS Management

Site Inspections

Risk Mitigation

Safety Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

About the Opportunity

An established Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced EHS Advisor to join their team on the Sizewell Power Station project, one of the UK's most high-profile, long-term infrastructure schemes. This is a rare chance to step into a role that provides both scale and significance—offering broad site exposure, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to a nationally important development.

You will be embedded within a professional, supportive site team that values proactive safety leadership, continuous improvement, and a practical, solutions-focused approach. The project environment is dynamic, technically challenging, and ideal for someone who wants to advance their career within large-scale civils.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of all Environmental, Health & Safety requirements across a complex civils work package.
• Carry out site inspections, audits, and behavioural safety engagements to maintain best-in-class safety standards.
• Develop and update RAMS, toolbox talks, and safety communications.
• Advise site teams on legislative compliance, risk mitigation, and incident prevention.
• Assist with investigations and reports following near-misses or incidents.
• Promote a strong safety culture and act as a visible, positive influence across the project.

About You

• Minimum 3 years' experience in EHS within the civil engineering or heavy construction sector.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and UK construction H&S legislation.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build trust on site and drive safe working behaviours.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent) essential; Tech IOSH or working toward is highly advantageous.
• Proactive, organised, and able to support project teams in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

• A long-term role on one of the UK's largest and most technically complex infrastructure schemes.
• Career development within a major contractor delivering high-value civil engineering works.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive team culture that encourages professional growth and continuous improvement