HSE Advisor

Carrington West; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced SHE Advisor to support the safe delivery of works on a major water project in Cambridgeshire. This site-based role requires NEBOSH certificate, CDM compliance and a CSCS card, with a full UK driving licence.

You will inspect, audit and coach site teams, implement control measures, and drive incident investigations and continuous improvement. Competitive umbrella rate of £350–£400 per day, until January 2027, start ASAP.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate required.
• Previous SHE/H&S advisory experience in construction/infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
• CSCS card (or equivalent) and full UK driving licence.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Site-based role in Cambridgeshire with full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections, audits and safety tours.
• Support operational teams with risk identification and control measures.
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, CDM regulations and project procedures.
• Provide coaching and practical SHE guidance to site teams and management.
• Deliver toolbox talks and support workforce engagement initiatives.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Support reporting, performance monitoring and continuous improvement activities.
• Liaise with project stakeholders to promote safe delivery.

Skills

SHE advisory experience

CDM Regulations knowledge

Risk identification

Site safety coaching

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

CSCS Card

Membership of professional body

Job description

Are you an SHE advisor with proven experience on infrastructure projects and a strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations?

Do you possess a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate and CSCS Card?

Location: Cambridgeshire

Rate: £350 to £400 umbrella (inside IR35)

Contract Length: Until January 2027

Start Date: ASAP

A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced SHE Advisor to support the safe delivery of works on a major water project in Cambridgeshire.

This is a site-based role working closely with operational teams to promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture whilst ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections, audits and safety tours.


• Support operational teams with risk identification and implementation of control measures.


• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, CDM regulations and project procedures.


• Provide coaching and practical SHE guidance to site teams and management.


• Deliver toolbox talks and support workforce engagement initiatives.


• Investigate incidents, near misses and ensure corrective actions are implemented.


• Support reporting, performance monitoring and continuous improvement activities.


• Liaise with project stakeholders to promote safe delivery.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.


• Previous experience working in a SHE/H&S Advisory position within construction/infrastructure.


• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.


• CSCS card (or equivalent).


• Membership of a relevant professional body.


• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5/6 in Occupational Health & Safety.


• IEMA qualification.


• Incident investigation training (TOPSET / TapRoot / equivalent).


• Experience supporting high-risk activities including temporary works, lifting operations, excavations and working at height.


• First Aid qualification.

Want to know more? Please email [e-mail].