Health And Safety Advisor

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a passionate Health & Safety Advisor for a desalination project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role involves overseeing site safety, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have NEBOSH certification and experience in civil engineering projects. Join a dedicated team and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure while enjoying competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Great benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional growth

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in civil engineering.
• Exposure to water or desalination works is a plus.
• Flexibility to work in Leiston area.

Responsibilities

• Be the on-site go-to for all health, safety, and environment matters.
• Carry out inspections, audits, and safety tours.
• Run engaging inductions and toolbox talks.

Skills

UK safety legislation knowledge

Risk management

Communication skills

Approachability

Education

NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate

Tech IOSH (desirable)

First Aid qualifications

Tools

CSCS (Managers/Professionals) card

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor - Desalination Project (Leiston, Suffolk)

We're looking for a passionate and hands‑on Health & Safety Advisor to join a leading civil engineering team on an exciting desalination project in Leiston, Suffolk. If you believe safety is more than a checklist—it's a culture—this is your chance to make a real impact on a landmark infrastructure project shaping the future of sustainable water supply.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be the on‑site go‑to for all health, safety and environment matters.
• Carry out inspections, audits and safety tours to keep everyone safe and compliant.
• Support site teams with RAMS, Construction Phase Plans and other key documentation.
• Ensure everything on site aligns with CDM Regulations 2015, company procedures and industry best practice.
• Lead investigations when incidents or near‑misses occur—finding the root cause and learning from it.
• Run engaging inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings that people actually listen to.
• Build strong relationships with client HSEQ teams, local regulators and your site crew.
• Champion wellbeing, sustainability and continuous improvement—good safety is good business.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Health & Safety Advisor on civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities projects.
• Ideally some exposure to water or desalination works, though a solid civil background is just as valuable.
• A working knowledge of UK safety legislation, CDM Regulations and practical site‑based risk management.
• A person who is approachable, confident and able to influence teams from the ground up.

Your Qualifications

• NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate (essential).
• Tech IOSH or working towards membership (desirable).
• CSCS (Managers/Professionals) card.
• First Aid, Fire Marshal or Environmental qualifications are a bonus.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to work across the Leiston area.

What’s In It For You

• Be part of a flagship desalination project supporting sustainable water infrastructure in East Anglia.
• Work with a high‑performing team that values innovation, collaboration and real results.
• Competitive pay, great benefits and opportunities for ongoing professional growth and IOSH/NEBOSH development.