Health and Safety Advisor – Construction

Lanesra Technical Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment company is seeking a Regional Health & Safety Advisor for projects in the Midlands. You will support health and safety compliance and contribute to the regional safety strategy. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in health and safety practices, knowledge of HSE regulations, and hold a NEBOSH Construction Certificate. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Car/car allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health insurance

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in health and safety practice, preferably in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of current and pending HSE directives and statutory health and safety law in the UK.
• Formal qualification in Occupational Safety and Health is required.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Health and Safety Manager.
• Carry out audits and inspections of construction sites.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to identify root causes.

Skills

Health and Safety practice

Knowledge of HSE directives

CDM Regulations knowledge

ISO 45001 knowledge

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Job Summary

Location: Midlands, working on various sites across the region.

Rate Guide: £50k (Neg DOE), car/allowance plus excellent benefits package.

The Role: Our client is a Tier 1 contractor within the water industry delivering a major part of Severn Trent Water’s AMP 8 programme. They are seeking to strengthen their SHEQ team with a Regional Health & Safety Advisor. Based in the Severn Trent region on various projects, you will fulfil the day‑to‑day H&S duties and contribute to the management and development of the regional safety strategy.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Health and Safety Manager.
• Provide support to the project team to enable compliance with health and safety legislation and the implementation of HSE guidance and best practice.
• Carry out systematic audits and inspections of construction sites to verify compliance with legislative requirements and the health and safety management system.
• Monitor the satisfactory resolution of health and safety problems.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to identify root causes and learning points.
• Assist the project team with the preparation of risk assessments and identification of suitable control measures when required.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of safety‑related documentation (manuals, procedures, guidance notes and forms).
• Liaise with clients, HSE Inspectors and external assessors.
• Sustain and build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships with the site team.
• Support the development of the project team in creating a positive health and safety culture.

Experience & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in health and safety practice, preferably in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of current and pending HSE directives and statutory health and safety law in the UK.
• Knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and good practice guidance.
• Knowledge and experience of ISO 45001 (or similar management systems).
• Formal qualification in Occupational Safety and Health (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate).
• CSCS card or affiliated scheme (SHEA Water).

Benefits & Packages

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working (jobs as needed).
• Car/car allowance (as required).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy).
• Contribution pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Health insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings hub, Kids Pass, and many more benefits.

Keywords

• Construction
• Health and Safety
• Safety Strategy
• HSE
• Audits
• NEBOSH
• ISO 45001
• CSCS
• SHEA Water
• Water Sector
• Water Treatment
• Clean water
• Wastewater
• Sewage
• Infrastructure
• Utilities
• Power
• Energy
• Highways
• Nuclear
• Oil
• Gas