Health & Safety Advisor

Pertemps; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to enhance their safety culture in Plymouth. The role involves providing comprehensive health and safety advice, supporting compliance, and improving systems. Ideal candidates will possess NEBOSH/NVQ Level 6 and strong experience in diverse settings. Join a proactive team committed to workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Recognized Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH/NVQ Level 6 or equivalent).
• Strong health & safety experience in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide health & safety advice across all departments.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Investigate incidents and recommend preventative measures.
• Monitor legislation updates and prepare H&S reports.

Skills

Communication

Influencing skills

Proactive mindset

Education

NEBOSH/NVQ Level 6 in Health & Safety

Certified IOSH Membership

Job description

Pertemps, on behalf of our client, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join a forward-thinking corporate H&S team in Plymouth. If you're passionate about keeping people safe and shaping a strong safety culture across a diverse organisation—this one's for you!

This is a 6 month contract role initially, based in Crownhill, Plymouth.

In this role, you'll provide clear, consistent advice across all departments, support compliance with statutory obligations, and help drive strategic improvements. From risk assessments and workplace inspections to incident investigations and reporting (including RIDDOR), you'll be a vital part of keeping operations safe, compliant, and effective.

You’ll also work closely with the Health & Safety Manager to develop and deliver strategies, projects, and ensure ongoing improvements to the safety management system.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Advising across all areas of health & safety
Supporting risk assessments, audits & site inspections
Investigating incidents and recommending preventative measures
Monitoring legislation updates & best practice
Preparing H&S reports and statistical data
Liaising with stakeholders, contractors, and enforcement bodies
Deputising for the H&S Manager when required

What You’ll Bring:
NEBOSH/NVQ Level 6 in Health & Safety (or equivalent)
Certified IOSH Membership
Strong H&S experience within multi-disciplinary environments
Excellent communication and influencing skills
A proactive, solution-focused mindset
Full UK driving licence
Join a team where your input truly matters—and help build a safer, healthier future for everyone.

Apply now or contact Chelsea Good in the Pertemps Plymouth branch.