Health & Safety Advisor

AtkinsRéalis; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Tier 2 construction contractor in Yorkshire seeks a Health & Safety Advisor to drive safety compliance across multiple sites. This role requires solid experience in the construction industry and NEBOSH certification. You will update health and safety policies, conduct site audits, and support teams in ensuring legislative compliance. Offering a competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000, a car allowance, and genuine opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

Private medical scheme

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid experience in construction environment.
• Proven experience as Health, Safety & Environment Advisor.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and current legislation.
• Experience in conducting site inspections.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive HSE agenda across construction projects.
• Update health and safety policies for compliance.
• Produce Construction Health & Safety Plans.
• Lead and support accident investigations.
• Conduct HSE audits across construction sites.

Skills

Experience in construction

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Knowledge of H&S legislation

Flexibility and self-motivation

Education

NEBOSH certification

CSCS card

Tools

Microsoft Office

HSE management software

Job description

As a Health & Safety Advisor in Leeds, you will drive the company's HSE agenda by ensuring best practice is maintained across all construction projects and within the wider business. This is an excellent H&S advisor job for someone passionate about safety compliance and keen to shape a positive safety culture across multiple sites. You'll play a key role in promoting a positive safety culture, supporting site teams and ensuring legislative compliance in line with CDM 2015 and other relevant health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attend HSE meetings to review and enhance existing health and safety systems, policies and processes.
• Update and develop company health and safety policies and documentation to ensure compliance with current UK legislation.
• Produce Construction Health & Safety Plans and supporting documentation, maintaining all associated records, registers and data.
• Lead and support accident, incident and near‑miss investigations, ensuring lessons learned are shared across the business.
• Carry out site HSE audits and inspections across construction sites in Wakefield, Leeds and surrounding Yorkshire areas.
• Provide comprehensive accident/incident investigation reports and implement corrective actions.
• Support the Pre‑Construction team with HSE matters, including risk assessments and method statements.
• Promote continuous improvement in all aspects of health, safety and environmental management.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, ISO 45001 standards and occupational health and safety best practice.

Qualifications

• Solid experience working within a construction main contractor, sub‑contractor or civil contractor environment.
• Proven experience as a Health, Safety & Environment Advisor, Safety Compliance Consultant or Senior Health & Safety Consultant within the construction industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of current H&S legislation, including CDM 2015, and a commitment to staying updated with industry changes.
• NEBOSH certification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate) and a relevant CSCS card.
• Experience conducting site inspections and investigating accidents/incidents in line with HSE reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deliver clear safety messages to site teams and senior management.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and confident use of Microsoft Office and HSE management software.
• A self‑motivated, flexible approach and the ability to work independently under pressure with high attention to detail.
• A positive, engaging attitude with the ability to build lasting relationships across all levels of the business.
• Full UK driving licence, essential for visiting sites across Yorkshire and the North Midlands.

About the Client

Our client is a reputable Tier 2 construction main contractor with a proven track record in delivering complex construction projects, including schools, office spaces, supermarkets and industrial builds up to £20m in value across Leeds and the Yorkshire region. With a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and integrity, they pride themselves on building lasting relationships with clients and partners while maintaining a strong focus on safety and sustainability. Their portfolio spans both public and private sectors, with a commitment to best‑in‑class safety compliance and continuous improvement. We are hiring a Health & Safety Advisor in Yorkshire to support a well‑established main contractor delivering high‑quality construction projects across commercial, educational and industrial sectors throughout Yorkshire and the North Midlands. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity with a competitive salary, car allowance, and genuine career progression with a respected Tier 2 contractor known for its commitment to safety excellence.

Benefits & Package

Competitive salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (DOE)

Company car or car allowance for travel across Yorkshire

Local projects across Wakefield, Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region

Private medical scheme eligibility

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Genuine opportunities for training, professional development and career progression through structured courses, mentoring and pathways to Senior H&S Consultant roles

Supportive work environment with a strong focus on work‑life balance