Health and Safety Advisor

Building Careers UK; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and experience in high-risk environments. Responsibilities include conducting site inspections, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and training site teams. This role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £40,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience in a high-risk construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Provide safety training and toolbox talks to staff.

Skills

NEBOSH General Certificate

Experience in construction, civil engineering

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach to safety

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Stockport — 35,000 to 40,000

Your new company

You will be joining a well–established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with over 40 years of combined industry expertise. The business delivers a wide range of projects including site preparation, earthworks, remediation, drainage, infrastructure, reinstatement and demolition works across the North West. With strong safety values, recognised accreditations and a commitment to high‑quality service, this organisation is continuing to grow and is now strengthening its internal Health & Safety function.

Your new role

Our client is seeking a proactive Health & Safety Advisor to support and drive best practice across multiple civil engineering and groundworks projects. Working closely with site teams and management, you will ensure that health, safety and environmental standards are met and consistently improved across the business.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments across active civil engineering and groundworks projects.

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, industry standards and company policies.

• Supporting site management teams with method statements, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work.

• Investigating and reporting on incidents, near misses and non–conformances, putting in place corrective actions.

• Delivering toolbox talks, inductions and H&S briefings to site staff and subcontractors.

• Working with management to continually improve the company’s safety culture and promote a proactive approach to risk prevention.

• Keeping accurate records and maintaining documentation for audits, client requirements and accreditation standards.

• Assisting with external audits (e.g., Constructionline, SSIP, SMAS, Acclaim) and supporting ongoing compliance processes.

• Providing advice, guidance and support to teams on all HSEQ matters.

What you will need to succeed

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – essential.

• Experience working in construction, civil engineering, groundworks or a similar high‑risk environment.

• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and on–site best practice.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and support site teams.

• A proactive, hands‑on approach to safety and problem‑solving.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the region.

What you get in return

• A competitive salary of 35,000 – 40,000 depending on experience.

• The opportunity to work with a respected contractor known for quality delivery and strong safety values.

• Supportive management, a positive team culture and genuine opportunities for professional development.

• Exposure to varied and interesting civil engineering projects across the North West.

• A chance to make an impact within a growing organisation that values integrity, safety, and continuous improvement.

Apply

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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