Freelance SHEQ Advisor/Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the waste and renewable energy sectors is seeking a Freelance SHEQ Advisor/Consultant to join their HSEQ team in Leeds. This role involves overseeing health, safety, and quality standards on various projects and conducting audits. Ideal candidates will hold a NEBOSH qualification and have relevant experience in managing SHEQ standards. With a competitive daily rate of up to £500, this position is an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in waste/energy or engineering environment.
• Understanding of ISOs 14001, 45001 & 9001.
• Few years' experience in SHEQ role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HSEQ on small-medium sized schemes.
• Conduct regular site audits and inspections.
• Create risk assessments and method statements.

Skills

Knowledge of SHEQ standards

Health & safety initiatives

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH qualification

Job description

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Freelance SHEQ Advisor/Consultant, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Hays

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company

Your new company is a specialist contractor, operating primarily in the waste and renewable energy sectors with a continuously expanding portfolio of works. Due to recent contract awards, the company are expanding in size and profile and are now seeking a Freelance SHEQ Advisor/Consultant to join their experienced HSEQ team.

Your new role

As a SHEQ Advisor, you will be responsible for overseeing HSEQ on a range of small-medium sized schemes. You will create and complete risk assessments and method statements alongside conducting site audits and inspections on a regular basis. You will lead and deliver health & safety initiatives with the support of a strong HSEQ team to help raise awareness of risks and hazards. You will be site-based 5 days per week.
What you'll need to succeed

You will have a previous track record working in a similar role within a waste/energy for waste or engineering environment. Previous experience is beneficial.
You'll demonstrate a working knowledge of SHEQ standards & audit procedures with a sound understanding of implementing integrated ISOs (14001, 45001 & 9001) throughout a live project. You must be qualified to NEBOSH level and have a minimum of a few years' experience within a SHEQ role.
What you'll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skillset and progress your individual career as the business grows, working on a secure and ever-expanding portfolio of works based entirely in West Yorkshire. With an intimate and specialist workforce, your individual contribution is highly valued with a commitment to personal progression within a supportive and experienced SHEQ team.
In reward of your hard work, the company offers you a generous day rate of up to £500 DOE (Inside or outside IR35).
3 - 6 months duration.
What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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