Health And Safety Advisor

Cavendish Professionals; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm based in St Ives is seeking an HSEQ Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The role involves promoting health and safety awareness, conducting audits, and supporting continuous HSEQ improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong HSE background, formal qualifications, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a HSEQ role.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations.
• Working knowledge of process implementation.

Responsibilities

• Promote health, safety and environmental awareness across the company.
• Support the continuous improvement of HSEQ performance.
• Conduct site safety and environmental audits/inspections.

Skills

Strong IT skills (Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Excellent relationship–building and communication skills

Project management skills advantageous

Education

Formal HSE qualification (NEBOSH National General Certificate and/or Construction Certificate)

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate desirable

Job description

Overview

HSEQ Advisor

Location: St Ives
Reports To: Business Operations Lead Safety & Quality (QHS Manager)
Team Interaction: HSEQ team, HR team, line managers, operations teams (warehouse & sites), all employees

Purpose of the Role

The HSEQ Advisor will act as the first point of contact for health and safety matters, supporting employees and line managers across the business. The role will coordinate all aspects of HSEQ within the group, maintain accurate records, and ensure full compliance with statutory and company policy requirements.

The position will also support the Global Group Director of HSEQ with the development and implementation of initiatives and systems, ensuring high–quality practices that align with the company s aims and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote health, safety and environmental awareness across the company, ensuring employees understand their responsibilities under legislation.
• Support the continuous improvement of HSEQ performance through analysis of data, trends and KPIs.
• Provide internal advice and guidance on HSEQ matters.
• Conduct site safety and environmental audits/inspections, maintaining records and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Arrange and, where required, conduct incident/accident investigations and support teams through the process.
• Act as a visible champion of operational health and safety.
• Attend regional and local Health & Safety Committee meetings.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers and venues to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Support managers in ensuring risk assessments are completed, recorded and regularly reviewed.
• Deliver training programmes including inductions, SSOW training and toolbox talks.
• Encourage reporting of incidents, near misses and safety concerns, and ensure issues are escalated appropriately.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required within capability.

Safety Responsibilities

• Take reasonable care of personal health and safety and that of others.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and instructions.
• Use appropriate PPE at all times.
• Act as a role model for safe working practices.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
• Report and address safety concerns promptly.

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong understanding of CDM regulations.
• Working knowledge of process implementation.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a HSEQ role.

Skills & Qualifications

• Formal HSE qualification essential (NEBOSH National General Certificate and/or Construction Certificate).
• NEBOSH Environmental Certificate desirable.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent relationship–building and communication skills.
• Ability to handle information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Project management skills advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence essential.