Health and Safety Advisor

4M Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor for an initial 6-month contract in Central London. The role involves ensuring compliance with H&S regulations during capital construction projects. Candidates should have a NEBOSH General Certificate and proven experience in a similar role. This position offers a competitive day rate and the possibility for contract extensions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety advisory role on construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of UK H&S regulations.
• Ability to translate complex safety requirements into actionable guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits for compliance.
• Advise on and implement construction phase health and safety plans.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations.

Skills

Knowledge of UK H&S regulations

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

Overview

Our client is currently looking to recruit a Health and Safety Advisor on an initial 6 month contract.

Health and Safety Advisor (Capital Projects)

Central London

GBP280 – GBP325 per day inside IR35

About the Role

A leading London–based higher education institution is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Interim Site Health and Safety Advisor to support its complex programme of capital construction and refurbishment projects. Working across a large and diverse urban estate, the successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring high standards of health and safety compliance during active project delivery.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a stimulating and challenging environment where world–class research, teaching, and operational support take place across more than 200 buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to monitor compliance with UK H&S legislation (e.g. CDM 2015, HSAWA 1974).
• Ensure contractors adhere to approved risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and site safety standards.
• Advise on and help implement project–specific construction phase health and safety plans.
• Identify hazards and non–compliance issues; escalate or issue improvement notices as appropriate.
• Provide clear, practical advice to estates, facilities, and construction teams working in operational buildings.
• Lead on incident and near–miss investigations, including reporting and root cause analysis.
• Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks, and inductions for contractors and staff.
• Use digital tools to maintain accurate records of inspections, safety actions, and reports.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and enforcement authorities as required.

Essential Criteria

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum); NEBOSH Construction Certificate desirable.
• Current TechIOSH status and active CPD maintenance (e.g., via IOSH Blueprint).
• Proven experience in a similar health and safety advisory role on construction or maintenance projects within live operational environments (preferably in public sector, education, or healthcare).
• In–depth knowledge of UK H&S regulations and site safety best practices.
• Awareness and practical experience of Building Safety Act and Building Control Regulations, particularly in high–risk or complex buildings.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi–stakeholder environment with varied priorities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem–solving capabilities.
• Ability to translate complex safety requirements into clear, actionable guidance.
• Commitment to and understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation with potential for contract extensions.