Health & Safety Advisor - POWER

Blue Oak Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and safety recruitment agency is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor in Leeds. This role involves supporting the Health & Safety Manager with compliance, conducting site inspections, and promoting a safety culture. Ideal candidates will have experience in health & safety roles and strong communication skills. The position offers career development opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a health & safety role (advisory or assistant level).
• Attention to detail and ability to analyse safety data and spot trends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of health & safety policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards and compliance gaps.
• Support site audits and prepare reports related to safety documentation.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Proactive approach

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Power, Energy, Electricity

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail‑focused Health & Safety Advisor to join their team and support the Health & Safety Manager in maintaining a safe, compliant, and positive working environment for their DNO client base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in health and safety while making a direct impact across the organisation.

The Role

As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key part in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, you will help implement policies, monitor workplace activities, and provide guidance to teams to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the development and implementation of health & safety policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Supporting site audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and updating safety documentation.
• Collecting and analysing data on near misses, incidents, and accidents to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensuring corrective actions are recorded, tracked, and completed on time.
• Delivering toolbox talks, safety briefings, and induction sessions for new starters.
• Conducting regular site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe practices, or compliance gaps, and ensuring PPE and safety equipment are properly maintained.

The Candidate

We are looking for an individual with:

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise teams at all levels.
• A proactive and hands‑on approach, with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices.
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyse safety data and spot trends.
• Previous experience in a health & safety role (advisory or assistant level).
• A genuine interest in creating safe, compliant, and positive workplaces.

Why This Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step up into an advisory role or further develop their expertise in health & safety. You will join a supportive team, gain exposure to key safety initiatives, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of staff across the business.

If you are motivated, safety‑conscious, and looking to advance your career in health & safety, we would like to hear from you.

The role is based in Leeds but will include travel nationally to sites. A full driving licence is essential.