Health Safety Environment Advisor

ZipRecruiter; York; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a proactive SHEQ Advisor in a dynamic construction environment. This role is crucial in promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with legislation. You will undertake site assessments, develop plans, conduct audits, and engage with teams to foster safety initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary, a company car or allowance, and a supportive work culture. If you are dedicated to enhancing safety standards and driving continual improvement, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Strong Holiday Benefits

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SHEQ management within construction.
• Ability to conduct audits and produce comprehensive reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-construction site assessments to identify risks.
• Develop Construction Phase Plans in compliance with regulations.
• Lead investigations into incidents and implement corrective actions.

Skills

SHEQ Management

Risk Assessment

Auditing

Communication Skills

Incident Investigation

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

Job Description

SHEQ Advisor

Location: York (with travel to project sites as required)

Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance + Strong Holiday & Pension

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional night shift audits and overnight stays during peak project periods

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and dedicated Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor to support the effective delivery of SHEQ management across construction and business operations. This role is instrumental in promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and contributing to continual improvement within a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake pre-construction site assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks early.
• Develop and maintain Construction Phase Plans in line with CDM Regulations.
• Conduct scheduled and ad hoc audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to internal policies and legal requirements.
• Produce comprehensive audit and inspection reports with actionable recommendations.
• Deliver safety briefings, including stand-down sessions, to site teams and contractors.
• Lead or support investigations into incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in client health and safety tours and represent the organisation professionally and collaboratively.
• Foster a strong safety culture by engaging employees and subcontractors in HSQE initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on the preparation and review of risk assessments for both operational and construction activities.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate is required.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight (up to 1–2 nights per week during busy periods).
• Flexibility to support both day and night shift site activities as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.