Health and Safety Advisor

Millbank Holdings Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK is looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to help oversee safety on a significant nuclear project in West Cumbria. The ideal candidate should have experience in health and safety within civil engineering, hold a NEBOSH qualification, and possess a solid understanding of UK regulations. Responsibilities include conducting audits, providing compliance guidance, and fostering a culture of safety on site. This role is pivotal in ensuring adherence to high safety standards in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Health & Safety Advisor on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance on health and safety compliance across the project.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Support the development of safety management systems.

Skills

Health and safety compliance

Risk assessment

Communication

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Job description

Overview

Do you hold a NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate and have experience advising on health and safety for major civil engineering projects?

Can you demonstrate a track record of implementing safety systems and conducting audits on high-risk sites?

Opportunity

Are you passionate about safety and compliance on major infrastructure projects? Our client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is expanding its team to deliver a £600m nuclear project in West Cumbria. This is a unique chance to join a high-profile scheme where your expertise will directly contribute to maintaining world-class safety standards in one of the UK’s most regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance on health and safety compliance across the project.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure adherence to legislation and company standards.
• Support the development and implementation of safety management systems.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, producing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety training sessions to site teams.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to embed a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Health & Safety Advisor on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Desirable

• Experience working in the nuclear sector or other highly regulated environments.
• Membership of IOSH or similar professional body.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and behavioural safety initiatives.

Setting

You’ll be based in West Cumbria, working on-site as part of a collaborative team delivering one of the UK’s most complex and high-value nuclear projects. Expect a challenging yet rewarding environment where safety is paramount.

Equality & Inclusion

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.