Health And Safety Advisor

Engineered Connections; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Oxford is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to maintain and improve safety practices on site. The role involves conducting inspections, advising teams, leading investigations, and preparing safety documentation. Candidates should have NEBOSH or equivalent certifications, strong communication skills, and experience in construction. This full-time, permanent position offers a company car, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company car

Company pension scheme

Long-term stability with opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, groundworks, civil engineering, or new build housing.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits, inspections, and internal audits to ensure compliance.
• Advise teams on safe working practices and legislation updates.
• Lead incident and accident investigations.
• Prepare and review RAMS, COSHH assessments, and Construction Phase Plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proven reporting and auditing skills

Ability to influence teams

Education

NEBOSH qualification

IOSH qualification

NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Health & Safety

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Role: Health and Safety Advisor

Location: Oxford

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE

Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, Days

The Role

We're supporting a well-established civil engineering contractor in their search for a hands‑on Health and Safety Advisor across the Oxford region. You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving safe working practices on live sites, supporting project teams, and ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits, inspections, and internal audits to ensure compliance
• Advise teams on safe working practices, legislation updates, and compliance expectations
• Lead incident and accident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Prepare and review RAMS, COSHH assessments, and Construction Phase Plans
• Work closely with clients, regulatory bodies, and insurers on project‑specific safety issues
• Support pre‑construction planning to ensure safety is built into every project
• Maintain and improve company safety systems and accreditations
• Deliver briefings, toolbox talks, and mentor junior safety staff
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures and raise overall safety standards

What You'll Bring

• NEBOSH, IOSH, NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Health & Safety
• CSCS card
• Experience in construction, groundworks, civil engineering, or new build housing
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence teams at all levels
• Proven reporting, auditing, and investigation skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

What's On Offer

• Monday-Friday, daytime role with consistent working hours
• Company car
• Company pension scheme
• Long-term stability with a respected contractor and opportunities for development

If this Health and Safety Advisor sounds like the right role for you, apply now or contact Will at Engineered Connections on (phone number removed)