Health And Safety Advisor

Irwin & Colton; Egremont; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to work in Cumbria. The role involves conducting inspections, developing safety policies, and delivering training to clients. Candidates should have a NEBOSH Certificate and experience in a consultancy or technical environment. This opportunity offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 with hybrid working options. Join a team committed to improving safety practices.

Benefits

Benefits package

Varied work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety consultancy or related technical environment.
• Ability to engage and influence various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Deliver training sessions and toolbox talks.

Skills

NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Interpersonal and communication skills

Practical approach to safety performance

Education

NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent)

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Cumbria (Hybrid / Regional travel)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits

Do you enjoy variety in your work and the opportunity to partner with different clients, helping them to improve safety and compliance?

This is a great opportunity to join a respected consultancy providing practical health and safety support and advice to a range of organisations. Working as part of a professional team, you’ll help clients maintain high standards, drive positive safety culture, and ensure compliance across their operations.

Responsibilities

• Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, identifying hazards and recommending proportionate solutions.
• Developing, reviewing, and implementing health and safety policies, procedures, and management systems for client sites.
• Delivering toolbox talks, inductions, and tailored training sessions to client teams.
• Providing clear, practical advice to managers and employees, promoting a positive safety culture.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure legislative compliance.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent qualification such as IOSH or NVQ in Health & Safety).
• Experience within a consultancy or client‑facing health and safety role, or from a related technical environment such as construction, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage and influence at all levels.
• A practical, hands‑on approach and a genuine passion for improving safety performance.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering professional, pragmatic health and safety support. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values quality and continuous improvement.

For further details and to apply, please contact Michael Colton on 01923 432 633 or

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