Health & Safety Advisor - Civils or Construction

Engineering; Stanley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Scotland is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their project team. This role involves providing hands-on H&S guidance, managing safety systems, and embedding a safety culture across operations. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and a NEBOSH qualification, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. The position offers a permanent contract, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Competitive salary package

Professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in an H&S advisory role within construction or civil engineering.
• Strong IT literacy with MS Office and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day H&S advice and support to site management and teams.
• Conducting site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Managing the implementation of the project ISO45001 Safety Management System.

Skills

Health, Safety, and Wellbeing

Communication Skills

IT Literacy (MS Office)

Organizational Skills

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent

Valid CSCS card

Job description

I'm currently working with a well-established civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their project team on a permanent basis in the Perthshire area of Scotland.

Opportunity

My client is looking for a hands‑on H&S professional who can work autonomously across their operations, providing expert safety guidance and embedding a positive safety culture throughout the project workforce. You'll be working closely with the Project Health & Safety Manager, managing ISO45001 systems, and acting as the go‑to safety advisor for site management and operational teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious H&S professional from a construction or civils background who wants to make a real impact on project delivery and safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day H&S advice and support to site management and teams
• Conducting site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with legislation, CDM Regs, and client standards
• Managing the implementation of the project ISO45001 Safety Management System
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the workforce
• Delivering toolbox talks and chairing safety meetings
• Investigating incidents and near misses, sharing lessons learned across the business
• Reviewing method statements, risk assessments, and safety documentation
• Coordinating safety paperwork and record‑keeping
• Leading health and wellbeing initiatives
• Challenging unsafe practices and driving continuous improvement

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in an H&S advisory role within construction or civil engineering
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent)
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong IT literacy (MS Office)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

The Right Person Will Be

• Passionate about health, safety, and wellbeing
• A confident self‑starter who can work on their own initiative
• Detail‑oriented with strong organisational skills
• A natural communicator who can build rapport at all levels
• Willing to challenge poor practice and lead by example
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Desirable (But Not Essential)

• Experience working on civil engineering projects
• Professional membership (IOSH, IIRSM, or similar)
• Previous experience with ISO45001 or OHSAS18001 systems
• Additional H&S certifications and training

What's On Offer

• Permanent contract with a reputable civil engineering contractor
• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects
• Professional development and career progression
• Supportive team environment

Interested?

If you're an experienced Health & Safety Advisor looking for your next challenge with a progressive civil engineering contractor, I'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV across, and I'll arrange an initial conversation to discuss the role in more detail.