Health and Safety Advisor

Anderselite; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Holywell is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor for a dynamic project. This role involves providing health and safety guidance, ensuring compliance, and promoting a safety culture in heavy civils activities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in health and safety legislation and practical experience in civil engineering projects. This position offers both temporary and permanent options, contributing to a significant 2-year project.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices relevant to civil engineering.
• Experience in heavy civils including piling and demolition.
• Ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and safety audits.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert health and safety advice across site activities.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct site inspections and audits.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Experience in civil engineering

Ability to conduct risk assessments

Incident investigation skills

Communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

SMSTS qualification

CSCS card

First Aid qualification

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor Holywell Heavy Civils Temp or Perm

Location: Holywell (5 Days on Site)
Salary: From GBP35,000
Contract Type: Temporary or Permanent
Project Duration: 2–year project

Summary

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join a dynamic civil engineering project based in Holywell. This role will focus on supporting and advising on all health and safety aspects across a range of heavy civil engineering activities including remediation, piling, groundworks, concrete slabs, demolition, and heavy civils. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies, promoting a safe working environment throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and clients to identify risks, implement control measures, and drive continuous improvement in safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a significant 2–year project with a reputable contractor, either on a temporary or permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert health and safety advice and support across all site activities including remediation, piling, groundworks, concrete slabs, demolition, and heavy civils.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and project–specific requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to identify hazards and ensure effective control measures are in place.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, producing clear reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project teams and subcontractors to promote a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Support the development and delivery of health and safety training and inductions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety performance.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices relevant to civil engineering and construction.
• Experience in remediation, piling, groundworks, concrete slabs, demolition, and heavy civils.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, site inspections, and safety audits.
• Incident investigation and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with all levels of site personnel and stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to problem–solving and continuous improvement.

Certifications & Standards

• NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (preferred)
• SMSTS or equivalent site safety management qualification
• CSCS card (appropriate level)
• First Aid qualification (desirable)