Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Passive Fire

Howells Solutions Limited; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor. In this hybrid role, you will drive health and safety initiatives, support management, and deliver essential SHE training. The ideal candidate will possess NEBOSH qualifications and experience within the construction industry. This position offers competitive pay and travel to various sites across the UK. Join the team committed to protecting lives through superior workmanship.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to conduct thorough incident investigations and reporting.
• Strong training and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Support SHE management for various operational teams.
• Conduct site audits and internal training sessions.
• Lead initiatives for continuous SHE improvement.

Skills

Training, coaching, and mentoring

SHE process understanding

Incident investigation

Documentation development

Asbestos management awareness

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate or equivalent

CSCS card

PTLLS Certification

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) - (preferred)