Health And Safety Advisor

Coyle Interiors; Wrightington; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction company is seeking a dedicated Safety Advisor to develop and implement health and safety programs. Responsibilities include providing health and safety advice, supporting compliance with regulations, and conducting site inspections. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of £28,000.00 – £35,000.00 per year, along with benefits such as gym membership and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Casual dress

Gym membership

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety role within a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence site teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety advice to site management.
• Support compliance with Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Promote workforce engagement through safety campaigns.

Skills

Health and safety advice

Compliance with health and safety regulations

Site inspections

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

We are a nationwide construction and fit out Principal Contractor seeking a dedicated Safety Advisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining health and safety programmes to ensure a safe working environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about workplace safety and compliance, with a focus on reducing risks and promoting a safety‑first culture across the organisation.

Duties

• Provide health and safety advice to site management, supervisors, and operatives.
• Support compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and CDM Regulations 2015.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and monitoring of Construction Phase Plans.
• Review and approve RAMS, permits to work, and safe systems of work.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with company and project H&S requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and behavioural safety observations.
• Identify unsafe acts and conditions, advising on corrective actions.
• Monitor close‑out of actions and support continuous improvement.
• Support internal audits and external inspections (HSE, clients, and certification bodies).
• Support the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure incidents are reported in line with company procedures and RIDDOR requirements.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Support managers and supervisors in fulfilling their health and safety responsibilities.
• Promote workforce engagement through safety campaigns and behavioural initiatives.
• Collect and report health and safety performance data (accidents, near misses, inspections).
• Assist with monitoring KPIs and project safety targets.
• Contribute to project safety meetings and client reporting.
• Support occupational health initiatives, including: dust and noise control, HAVS, manual handling and mental health and wellbeing.
• Assist in monitoring health surveillance requirement.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in a health and safety role within a similar environment.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or Construction Certificate).
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
• Ability to travel and be present on live construction sites.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence site teams.
• Ability to challenge unsafe behaviours appropriately.

This role is ideal for proactive individuals committed to fostering a safe workplace environment. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive organisation dedicated to continuous improvement in health and safety standards.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: £28,000.00‑£35,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Gym membership
• On‑site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lancashire, WN6 9DL