Health & Safety Advisor

OCS Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-utility and civil engineering contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor for a regional role based in Cambridge. You will support approximately 30 live sites, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH qualification, experience in construction or utilities, and strong engagement skills. The role offers a competitive salary, company vehicle or car allowance, and opportunities for personal development. If you are proactive and thrive in varied environments, apply today.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle or car allowance

Career development opportunities

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in utilities or construction.
• Ability to conduct site inspections and audits.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day Health & Safety support across multiple sites.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety tours.
• Advise on safe systems of work and method statements.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Monitor compliance with procedures and legislation.
• Produce reports and track Health & Safety performance.
• Build relationships with site managers and supervisors.

Skills

Strong site presence

Solutions-focused approach

Confidence engaging with teams

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Job description

OCS are working with a leading multi-utility and civil engineering contractor that is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Advisor to cover a busy regional portfolio of projects, primarily based in and around Cambridge, with additional sites extending up to King's Lynn and down to Southend-on-Sea.
This is a key regional role supporting approximately 30 live sites, making it ideal for a proactive, site-focused Health & Safety professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and regular engagement with operational teams.

The Role

As Health & Safety Advisor, you will work closely with site management and project teams to promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance across all works.

• Providing day-to-day Health & Safety support across multiple live sites
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and safety tours
• Advising site teams on safe systems of work, RAMS, and method statements
• Supporting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions
• Delivering toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Monitoring compliance with company procedures and HSE legislation
• Producing reports and tracking Health & Safety performance
• Building strong relationships with site managers and supervisors

About You

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• Experience working as a Health & Safety Advisor within utilities, civil engineering, or construction environments
• Strong site presence and confidence engaging with operational teams
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to Health & Safety
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel regionally

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• A varied regional role with autonomy and responsibility
• Long-term, stable opportunity with a well-established contractor
• Supportive management and clear career development

If you're a Health & Safety Advisor looking for a regional role where you can make a real impact across multiple sites, this Cambridge-based opportunity could be an excellent next step.