Health & Safety Advisor

Principal People Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support major construction projects across the UK. This home-based role offers autonomy, allowing professionals to manage their schedules while ensuring safety compliance on site. Candidates should have a NEBOSH qualification and experience in the construction industry. The position offers a salary of £47,000, a car allowance, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

GBP3,500 car allowance

Healthcare cash plan

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing investment in training

Qualifications

• Essential NEBOSH certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience handling construction or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and audits.
• Lead safety initiatives and campaigns.
• Support site teams with compliance.

Skills

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Ability to work independently

Experience in construction or civils

Job description

The business, known in the construction industry as a top principal contractor, has experienced steady growth over the years and is currently expanding, securing projects across major northern cities such as Leeds and Manchester. With the MD heavily invested in safety and quality operations, you will be part of a collaborative health and safety team, reporting to an experienced H&S Manager who prioritizes team welfare. This home-based role offers autonomy and trust, allowing you the freedom to manage your responsibilities while being supported by a wider SHEQ team.

This is a great opportunity for a confident, site-based professional who enjoys building relationships, promoting best practices on-site, and managing their own schedule across sites in Leeds, Sheffield, and Manchester.

Key responsibilities of the Health and Safety Advisor include:

• Conducting site inspections, audits, and accident investigations.
• Supporting site teams and subcontractors with compliance and engagement.
• Leading proactive initiatives including toolbox talks and safety campaigns.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and sharing best practices across projects.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to promote a positive safety culture.

Why consider this Health and Safety Advisor role?

• Key role in a growing team with strong leadership support.
• Stability with exposure to high-value construction projects.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking safety culture with genuine buy-in from senior leaders.
• Home-based role covering regional sites, supporting work-life balance.
• Informal, relaxed yet professional environment focused on people.
• No micromanagement; trust and autonomy from day one.
• Ongoing investment in training and development.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of GBP47,000
• GBP3,500 car allowance plus full mileage reimbursement
• Healthcare cash plan
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown (leave not deducted)
• Career development support with clear progression routes

What we’re looking for:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential)
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
• Experience in construction, civils, or infrastructure projects
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)

If you’re seeking the next step in your health and safety career, value flexibility, support, and working on large-scale projects, we’d love to hear from you.