Health & Safety Advisor

Whiteoak Associates; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction contractor near Maidenhead is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to manage H&S policies and practices on-site and from the office. This role involves implementing safety standards, writing RAMS, auditing sites, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have NEBOSH qualifications and proven experience in fast-paced construction environments, offering an exciting opportunity within a supportive team-focused company.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Pension

Medical benefits

25 days annual leave

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in the UK Construction Industry.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and site auditing.
• Ability to write Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS).

Responsibilities

• Writing and implementing Risk Assessments & Method Statements.
• Auditing active sites to monitor H&S standards.
• Liaising with contractors and attending safety meetings.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

NEBOSH Construction

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

This Construction Contractor, based near Maidenhead, undertakes a range of Fit Out and Refurbishment projects throughout Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Wiltshire, and Buckinghamshire. Typically, project values range from GBP 250k up to GBP 8 million, across sectors including Commercial, Light Industrial, NHS, Pharmaceutical, and Automotive. Their internal expertise covers Mechanical, Electrical, & Communications disciplines, with other packages often subcontracted to specialists.

Due to increased demand from established and new clients, the company aims to bring all H&S Management in-house. They are seeking to recruit a Health & Safety Advisor to work on-site and from their offices near Maidenhead. With existing H&S policies in place, the successful candidate will build on these and serve as a key contact for all H&S matters across the company.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Writing and implementing Risk Assessments & Method Statements
2. Developing Construction Phase Plans for Principal Contractor Projects
3. Auditing active sites to monitor H&S standards
4. Liaising with Main Contractors, Principal Designers, Clients, and Contracts Managers
5. Attending pre-start and monthly safety meetings
6. Maintaining safety schemes for procurement accreditation
7. Completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires
8. Reviewing and updating company policies and procedures
9. Analyzing and maintaining company training requirements
10. Monitoring weekly site safety paperwork
11. Conducting accident/incident investigations and statistical analysis
12. Reporting to the board of Directors

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious, growing company. It offers a chance to be part of a team of dedicated professionals who value work-life balance. The environment is fast-paced, hardworking, yet enjoyable, providing real career prospects aligned with company growth.

The ideal candidate will hold a NEBOSH Construction (or similar) qualification, be currently working as a H&S Advisor, and be a team player with strong communication skills. Experience engaging with teams in fast-paced construction environments is essential.

In return, the successful candidate will receive a basic salary between GBP 50k–GBP 65k (DOE), a company car or allowance, business-related travel, pension, medical benefits, 25 days annual leave, ongoing training, and development opportunities.

Applicants must demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:

• NEBOSH (National General Certificate), preferably NEBOSH Construction
• CSCS Card Holder
• Experience in the UK Construction Industry as a H&S professional
• UK Driving Licence
• Team Player with strong communication skills
• Experience writing RAMS
• Auditing sites for H&S standards
• Completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires
• Reviewing and updating H&S policies and procedures
• Understanding of CDM Regulations

Ambitious candidates are encouraged to apply.