Group Health & Safety Advisor

Allen & York Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction organization in the UK is seeking a Group Health & Safety Advisor to drive its health and safety strategy. This role involves providing expert guidance, leading audits, and promoting a Zero Harm culture. Candidates should have a NEBOSH Certificate and at least 3 years in health and safety. The position offers competitive pay, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a health and safety role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and health and safety legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on health and safety matters.
• Monitor and interpret legislative changes.
• Lead and support audits and investigations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Our client is an established UK organisation in the construction and building materials sector, seeking a Group Health & Safety Advisor to join its Group SHE team. Reporting to the Group Head of Health & Safety, this role plays a key part in delivering the company's health and safety strategy, supporting multiple business units, and driving a positive culture of continuous improvement towards Zero Harm.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced H&S practitioner to influence at group level, working with business leaders, site managers, and external bodies to ensure the highest standards of health and safety are achieved and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor, providing expert guidance on health and safety matters across the Group.
• Monitor and interpret legislative changes, updating policies, procedures, and guidance accordingly.
• Lead and support audits, site visits, investigations, and improvement projects.
• Manage and analyse health and safety data using proprietary software, producing accurate reports for leadership teams and external stakeholders.
• Deliver training, coaching, and specialist advice to drive behavioural and cultural change.
• Represent the Group at SHE strategy meetings, industry forums, and external audits.

About You

We\'re looking for a proactive professional who is passionate about creating safe working environments and influencing positive culture change. You will need to be a confident communicator, comfortable working with people at all levels, and capable of balancing multiple priorities.

Essential requirements

• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years\' experience in a health and safety role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and health and safety legislation.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and influencing skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• Auditing qualification.
• Membership of IOSH (or similar professional body).
• Experience within construction, aggregates, or related industries.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work across a diverse and respected UK business.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to contribute to a Zero Harm culture and make a real impact.

If you are a skilled health and safety professional looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking organisation, we\'d love to hear from you.

About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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