Health, Safety And Environmental Advisor

Irwin & Colton; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to support health and safety efforts across a dynamic maritime operation. This hands-on role involves conducting audits, leading vessel visits, and promoting a strong safety culture. Candidates should possess maritime experience, familiarity with ISM and ISO standards, and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary of £35,000-£40,000 plus excellent benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave

Bupa private healthcare

8% employer pension contribution

Use of pool car

Qualifications

• Experience in maritime or related industries.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001/14001 standards.
• Ability to conduct incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the HSEQ plan.
• Conduct internal audits and lead vessel visits.
• Analyse safety data for improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maritime experience

Familiarity with ISM Code

Experience conducting audits

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel

Job description

HSE Advisor | Hull (with UK travel) | £35,000-£40,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you ready to support the delivery of health, safety, environment, and quality strategy across a dynamic maritime operation?

Do you want to work across a fleet of 33 vessels, engaging directly with crews and shaping safety culture?

Are you looking for a hands-on role with real impact, variety, and the opportunity to grow?

If so, this HSE Advisor position could be the perfect next step. Reporting to the UK HSEQ Manager, this role supports operations across 8 UK ports and plays a key part in maintaining and improving safety standards across the fleet.

Overview

What Can You Expect as HSE Advisor?

• Support the development and implementation of the UK HSEQ plan aligned with corporate strategy
• Conduct internal audits and support external ISO and ISM accreditation efforts
• Lead vessel visits to engage crews and promote a strong safety culture
• Investigate low-level incidents and assist with higher-level investigations
• Maintain monthly on-call rota cover and respond to HSEQ queries
• Analyse safety data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What Does the Role Offer You?

• £35,000-£40,000 base salary, with potential flexibility for exceptional candidates
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Bupa private healthcare
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Use of pool car and travel expenses covered
• Monthly on-call rotation
• Opportunity to work across 8 UK ports, including Liverpool, Hull, Essex, and Invergordon
• High visibility and autonomy, with scope to shape safety culture and systems
• Supportive team environment, reporting directly to the UK HSEQ Manager

What We're Looking For

• Maritime experience (ideally at sea), or exposure to offshore wind, fire service, or refinery environments. Other industries are still considered.
• Familiarity with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and ISO standards (9001/14001)
• Experience conducting audits, incident investigations, and safety system engagement
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse teams
• Willingness to travel regularly and adapt to vessel schedules
• A keen, enthusiastic, and moldable personality, someone eager to grow into the role

This is a pivotal role for a confident, hands-on professional who can lead by example, and establish a proactive and engaging structure from day one. A valid UK driver's license is essential. For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact Sam Tearne on [phone] or apply here.

Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Take a look at other opportunities here.

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HSE Advisor | Hull (with UK travel) | £35,000-£40,000 + Excellent Benefits