Health & Safety Advisor

Principal People Recruitment; Swanage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to join a prominent organization in Civil Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, along with benefits including a car allowance, pension scheme, and professional development funding. The ideal candidate will have experience in Civil Engineering and hold a NEBOSH certification. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering projects across the UK.

Benefits

£4,500 Car Allowance or Company Car

Up to 15% Pension Scheme

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Life Assurance Policy

Relocation Package

Funding for qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in Health and Safety roles within Civil Engineering projects.
• Ability to provide professional HSQE advice and guidance.
• Strong knowledge of ISO management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of HSQE strategy.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and reviews for compliance.
• Collaborate on risk assessments to meet safety standards.

Skills

Experience with Civil Engineering, Heavy Construction or Major Projects

Passion for fostering a strong HSQE culture

Understanding of regulatory compliance

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health and Safety Advisor to join a leading organisation specialising in Major Civil Engineering projects.

Health and Safety Advisor £45,000-£50,000 + Package - Civil Engineering East Anglia (Subsistence Available) ID: (phone number removed)

They are known for delivering technically complex ground engineering and major infrastructure projects across the UK. The business combines global expertise with strong local delivery and has a track record of working on high-profile schemes in energy, transport, and marine sectors.

You will play a key role in supporting a significant, high-profile Civil Engineering project that utilises unique construction methods never seen before here in the UK.

What’s In It For You?

• Salary up to £50,000
• £4,500 Car Allowance or Company Car
• Up to 15% Pension Scheme
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (with the option to buy more)
• Life Assurance Policy
• Relocation Package (Subject to current location)
• Funding for qualifications and membership fees for 1 professional body

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Health and Safety Manager, the successful candidate will:

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative environment to enhance HSQE culture and maturity.
• Support the implementation of the HSQE strategy, driving continuous improvement on short, medium, and long-term objectives.
• Provide professional HSQE advice and guidance to project teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and reviews, ensuring compliance with ISO management systems.
• Collaborate on risk assessments, method statements, and construction phase plans to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Assist with accident investigations and develop solutions to address performance gaps.

What They’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience with Civil Engineering, Heavy Construction or Major Projects.
• NEBOSH General or Construction as a minimum.
• A passion for fostering a strong HSQE culture and leading by example.
• A strong understanding of regulatory compliance.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your HSQE career and contribute to projects that leave a lasting positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join a company where your expertise and passion will make a tangible difference.