Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Passive Fire

Howells Solutions Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor to enhance safety standards and compliance. The role involves supporting SHE management, delivering training, conducting audits, and investigating incidents. Ideal candidates should have NEBOSH qualifications and a strong background in health and safety within the construction industry. This is a hybrid role with travel involved.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting the development of on-site documentation.
• Proven track record in conducting incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of SHE processes and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support management in SHE management.
• Drive continuous improvement in SHE processes.
• Conduct site audits and inspections for compliance.

Skills

Incident investigation

Training and coaching

Understanding of SHE processes

Knowledge of asbestos management

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate or equivalent

CSCS card

PTLLS

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

Job description

Job Title: Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Passive Fire

Location: Hybrid - National Role with travel to sites
Salary: Competitive + Package

We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship.

Responsibilities:

• Support Heads of Service, Contracts Managers, and Supervisors in all aspects of SHE management
• Drive continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental processes and procedures
• Lead SHE initiatives that enhance business culture and operational standards
• Review, update, and improve health and safety documentation and paperwork
• Provide advice and guidance on CDM regulations and compliance
• Influence and monitor SHE KPIs across the Group and Divisions
• Assess operational teams' training and qualification requirements
• Deliver internal SHE training sessions and toolbox talks
• Conduct site audits and office inspections, ensuring actions are completed and improvements made
• Attend monthly and pre-start meetings to provide SHE input and guidance
• Offer expert advice, mentoring, and coaching to operational teams
• Carry out accident and incident investigations, including root cause analysis and reporting
• Prepare monthly SHE reports for the Head of SHEQ
• Commit to continuous personal and professional development

Experience:

• Experience supporting the development of on-site documentation
• Proven track record in conducting incident investigations
• Skilled in training, coaching, and mentoring operational teams
• Strong understanding of SHE processes, procedures, and legislation
• Previous experience within the construction industry
• Knowledge of asbestos management
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards - desirable

Qualifications:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• NEBOSH Environmental Certificate or equivalent
• CSCS card
• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)