Health and Safety Advisor

Building Careers UK; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in the North West is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation across multiple sites. Responsibilities include site inspections, risk assessments, and promoting a safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Construction Certificate and relevant experience in the construction sector. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification required.
• Previous experience in H&S role within construction or social housing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks.
• Provide advice to site managers and operatives.
• Assist in developing risk assessments and method statements.
• Lead investigations on accidents and incidents.
• Liaise with clients on health & safety matters.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across projects.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Risk assessment

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)

Job description

I am working with a leading construction contractor who are looking to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their growing team in the North West. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a business that delivers high–quality groundworks and infrastructure projects while putting safety at the forefront of everything they do.

The Role

As Health & Safety Advisor, you'll be responsible for ensuring all operations are carried out safely, effectively, and in compliance with legislation and company standards. You'll work across multiple sites, supporting project teams and driving a positive health & safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks.
• Provide advice and support to site managers and operatives.
• Assist in developing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements.
• Lead on accident and incident investigations, ensuring lessons learned are implemented.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and external bodies on health & safety matters.
• Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture across all projects.

About You

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent qualification).
• Previous experience in a similar H&S role within construction or social housing.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependant on experience) + car allowance.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to be part of a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work.

What you need to do now

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