Health Safety Environment Advisor

Contract Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Funded CPD

Autonomy in projects

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Aberdeen City seeks an HSEQ Advisor to ensure safety, quality, and compliance across all projects. This entry-level role involves enhancing safety culture, performing audits, and supporting teams in health and safety practices. Key qualifications include a NEBOSH General Certificate and strong knowledge of ISO standards. The position offers the chance to influence strategy while working in a supportive environment with ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health required.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence for on-site visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSEQ support across all projects and functions.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation.
• Conduct regular site visits to maintain standards.

Skills

Risk management

Safety culture development

Audit and inspection

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Graduated IOSH / NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Join a forward‑thinking civil engineering and construction organisation where safety, quality and sustainability sit at the heart of everything we do. Our client is looking for a proactive HSEQ Advisor who is passionate about protecting people, enhancing performance and driving continual improvement across a diverse range of projects.

About the Role

As an HSEQ Advisor you will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a strong safety culture. You’ll provide expert support, guidance and assurance across the business, ensuring that all activities meet legislative requirements, client expectations and internal standards.

You’ll also contribute to the ongoing development of our Integrated Management System and maintain compliance with ISO standards—helping us demonstrate excellence and continual improvement.

This is a hands‑on position, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys working closely with operational teams both in the office and on site.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the development of HSEQ policies, procedures, forms and annual objectives.
• Ensure effective risk‑control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Liaise with external bodies (HSE, SEPA, local authorities and clients).
• Lead investigations into significant accidents, incidents or near misses.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety legislation and statutory requirements.
• Coach, mentor and support employees at all levels on HSEQ matters.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate HSEQ audit and inspection programmes.
• Analyse performance data and identify trends to drive targeted improvements.
• Provide support to commercial and HR teams (including occupational health, mental health awareness and D&A testing).
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies, aspects, impacts and best practice.
• Maintain authority on environmental matters and support operational teams to meet high environmental standards.
• Ensure emergency plans and pollution response plans are up‑to‑date and effectively implemented.
• Contribute to environmental reporting, insights and improvement programmes.

Quality Management

• Monitor and report on QA/QC performance and provide guidance to improve quality outcomes.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure all work is aligned with business objectives, ISO accreditation requirements and operational excellence standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent HSEQ support across all projects and functions.
• Ensure timely completion of required reports, investigations and documentation.
• Maintain the Business Risk Register.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure standards are maintained and teams remain informed and engaged.
• Identify emerging trends and support the creation of targeted campaigns and improvement programmes.
• Support new project start‑ups, including system development, training and client liaison.
• Mentor and coach staff on behavioural safety and HSEQ best practice.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Graduated IOSH / NVQ Level 2/3 or working towards membership.

What’s On Offer

• A varied role with autonomy and visibility across all projects.
• Supportive team, ongoing training and funded CPD.
• Opportunities to influence strategy and shape safety culture.

Take the next step in your HSEQ career — apply now and help drive a safer, more sustainable future across every project. Please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. For more information contact Louise Knock on 01786 446651, quoting J46499.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

Industries

Civil Engineering

Portlethen, Scotland, United Kingdom