Health & Safety Advisor

ARC Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to enhance safety across multiple social housing contracts in the Norwich area. This role requires a NEBOSH General Certificate and offers responsibilities including site inspections and health & safety advice. The company provides a competitive salary, a vehicle, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will possess a strong understanding of H&S legislation and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company vehicle or car allowance

Days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Laptop, mobile, PPE, and equipment provided

Continuous professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in construction, property services, or social housing environments.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and audits.
• Provide practical health & safety advice.
• Develop and review H&S policies and safe working procedures.
• Investigate accidents and produce reports.
• Deliver toolbox talks and H&S training.
• Monitor compliance with CDM regulations.
• Collaborate with teams on safety performance improvements.
• Maintain accurate health & safety records.

Skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Knowledge of H&S legislation

Experience in construction

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Norwich & surrounding areas
Salary: GBP40,000 – GBP50,000 DOE + company vehicle/allowance 8%
Contract: Full–time, Permanent

About Us

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading social housing contractor delivering responsive repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishments, and compliance services across Norwich and the wider region. With a strong commitment to safety, customer care, and quality delivery, we ensure our teams and the residents we serve are protected at all times.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and professional Health & Safety Advisor to support our operational teams across multiple social housing contracts. You will provide expert guidance, ensure compliance with legislation and company standards, and promote a strong safety culture throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and audits across responsive repairs, voids, planned works, and refurbishment projects
• Provide practical health & safety advice to site managers, operatives, and subcontractors
• Support the development, implementation, and review of H&S policies, RAMS, and safe working procedures
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; produce detailed reports and improvement actions
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and H&S training where required
• Monitor compliance with CDM regulations and client standards
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to drive continuous improvement in safety performance
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation is up to date

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent
• Experience in construction, property services, or social housing environments
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, H&S legislation, and industry best practice
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• TechIOSH membership (desirable)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Laptop, mobile, PPE, and equipment provided
• Continuous professional development and IOSH/NEBOSH progression opportunities
• Supportive team culture and long–term career stability

How to Apply

If you re passionate about improving safety standards and enjoy working in a fast–paced social housing environment, we d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.