Health & Safety Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with safety regulations across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Construction Certificate and at least 3 years' experience in a construction environment. Key responsibilities include conducting site inspections, supporting safety implementation, and promoting a culture of safety. The role requires travel and candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in construction or Civil Engineering.
• Confidence to engage with operatives and site leads.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Support site teams in safety implementation.
• Investigate near-misses and incidents.

Skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Knowledge of CDM 2015

Experience in Civil Engineering

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a successful Civil Engineering contractor with a long history of delivering complex projects within Marine, Renewable's and Power & Transmission, is seeking a dedicated and pragmatic Health & Safety Advisor to join their team.

If you're passionate about creating a culture of safety and want to work across some of the North of Scotland's most important infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a key role where your decisions and influence will shape safe working environments across live construction sites, working alongside site managers, engineers, and project teams.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting site inspections and audits to ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations and company safety procedures
• Supporting site teams in implementing RAMS, permits to work, and safe systems of work
• Leading toolbox talks, safety briefings, and behavioural safety programmes
• Investigating near-misses, incidents, and supporting root cause analysis
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, regulators and HSEQ teams
• Tracking KPIs and compiling monthly safety reports to senior management
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and positive safety engagement on site

Requirements:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent) essential
• At least 3 years' experience in a construction or Civil Engineering environment, gained within a Consultancy or Contractor
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015, PPE regs, PUWER, LOLER and working at height regulations
• Confidence to engage constructively with operatives, site leads and senior management
• Full UK driving licence (travel to site required)
• IOSH Member
• CSCS Card

Desirable:

• First Aid at Work or Mental Health First Aider
• Experience with highways, rail, or utilities projects
• GWO Training

Please note that due to the location of projects, you will be required to work away from home. Applicants must have the relevant right to work in the UK as Visa sponsorship isn't provided at this time.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion: As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients.