Health & Safety Advisor

RG Setsquare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Central Scotland is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor. The role involves supporting health and safety procedures across sites, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience and a NEBOSH Certificate. This permanent position offers a supportive work environment with a strong commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Stable contractor with a strong reputation

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in a similar Health & Safety role (in construction, civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure).
• Hold a NEBOSH Certificate or working towards it.
• UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the implementation of Health & Safety procedures across multiple live sites.
• Conducting site audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Promoting a positive health and safety culture across the workforce.
• Investigating near misses and incidents.

Skills

Health & Safety procedures implementation

Site audits and inspections

Communication skills

Proactivity and approachability

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

IOSH membership

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor – Civil Engineering

Location: Central Scotland / South Lanarkshire (regional travel)

Salary: 30,000 – 40,000 + benefits

Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

We're representing a well–established, privately–owned civil engineering contractor that's delivering critical infrastructure projects across Scotland. With a strong order book and continued growth, they're now looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to join their team.

This is an ideal role for someone with 1–3 years of H&S experience looking to take ownership, grow professionally, and make a genuine impact on how safety is embedded across sites.

The Role

Working closely with project managers, site teams and senior leadership, you'll be responsible for:

• Supporting the implementation of Health & Safety procedures across multiple live sites
• Conducting site audits, inspections and risk assessments
• Promoting a positive health and safety culture across the workforce
• Investigating near misses, incidents and helping to develop preventative measures
• Supporting toolbox talks, inductions and training delivery
• Keeping records up to date and assisting with continuous improvement
• Advising on regulatory compliance and updates

About You

• 1–3 years' experience in a similar Health & Safety role (ideally in construction, civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure)
• Hold a NEBOSH Certificate (or working towards it)
• IOSH membership desirable but not essential
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with site teams
• A proactive and approachable mindset – you're someone who can grow with the role
• UK driving licence (travel to regional sites required)

Why Apply

• Join a growing, stable contractor with a strong reputation and pipeline of work
• Be part of a business where Health & Safety is taken seriously and you'll be listened to
• Get hands–on support and development to take your career to the next level
• Work in a regional patch – no nationwide travel or being away from home long–term

How to Apply

Apply now with your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about the role and employer.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.