Health & Safety Advisor

Contract Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established fit-out contractor seeks an experienced Health & Safety Advisor for a 12-month freelance assignment in Glasgow. The successful candidate will oversee health and safety compliance on a GBP4m construction project, ensuring safety practices are adhered to and fostering a strong safety culture on site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction site safety.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to effectively engage with trades and managers.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all aspects of health and safety on site.
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Supporting site team with safety documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Engagement with stakeholders

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

Contract Scotland are working on behalf of a well–established fit–out contractor to source an experienced Health & Safety Advisor for a 12–month freelance assignment starting in August.

This is a site–based role on a GBP4m fit–out project in Glasgow. We are looking for a proactive and hands–on safety professional who can help ensure compliance and foster a strong safety culture on site.

The role:
– Overseeing all aspects of health and safety on a busy construction site.
– Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal standards.
– Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
– Supporting the site team with safety documentation and method statements.
– Liaising with subcontractors to promote best safety practices.

Requirements:
– NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
– Proven experience working on construction sites, ideally commercial fit–out or refurbishment projects.
– Excellent communication and organisational skills.
– Ability to engage effectively with trades, site managers, and senior stakeholders.
– Available to commit to a 12–month contract on a freelance basis.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to secure long–term work in the Glasgow area!

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