HSEQ Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HSEQ Advisor to uphold high standards in health, safety, environmental protection, and quality management. You will manage client relationships, ensure compliance with legislation, conduct audits, and deliver training on HSEQ topics, making a significant impact on workplace safety and efficiency.

Benefits

30 days holidays plus buy-back scheme

Pension

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualifications: NEBOSH General or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ subjects.
• Experience with auditing and compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Coach and advise on HSEQ matters to ensure legal compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safe operational procedures.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Knowledge of risk assessments

Strong knowledge of COSHH and RIDDOR

Education

NEBOSH General or equivalent

Job description

The McDermott group is seeking an HSEQ Advisor based in Perth, Scotland, to ensure high standards in health, safety, environmental protection, and quality management.

Overview of the Role

• HSEQ Officer
• Holidays: 30 days, with 1 additional day per year of service (max 5 days), plus holiday buy-back scheme of 5 days
• Pension
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Location: Perth, Scotland

Company Overview

Operating as a leading privately owned collection of diverse companies across Scotland and the UK, with expertise in sectors such as automotive, construction, consultancy, manufacturing, property, renewable energy, software, and IoT.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong customer relationships
• Liaise with HSEQ auditors to acquire and maintain company accreditations
• Create, monitor, and maintain procedures within the Quality Management System
• Coach and advise employees and management on HSEQ matters to ensure legal compliance
• Plan and perform audits, documenting successes and areas for improvement
• Provide training on HSEQ topics to internal staff
• Ensure processes deliver their intended outputs and report on performance and improvements
• Promote customer focus and maintain the integrity of the HSEQ management system
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safe operational procedures
• Perform regular site inspections for compliance
• Ensure safety and legislative compliance in working practices
• Develop health and safety strategies and policies
• Lead training sessions on QHSE matters
• Maintain records, produce reports, and manage incident documentation
• Stay updated on legislation and industry developments
• Attend relevant seminars and read professional journals
• Produce management reports and communications
• Ensure safe installation of equipment and disposal of hazardous substances (COSHH)
• Advise on fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, machinery safeguarding, and occupational diseases
• Manage emergency procedures, signage, PPE, and COSHH controls
• Qualifications: NEBOSH General or equivalent
• Display passion and robust knowledge in HSEQ subjects
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, meeting deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong knowledge of risk assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR, and DSE
• Auditor training/experience preferred
• Hands-on approach to implementing processes and change
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel
• Must have full rights to work in the UK (IDLR or Settled Status)

Note: We do not sponsor visas. Only applicants with full UK work rights and IDLR/Settled Status will be considered. Please specify your status in your application.

Our workplace values diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Let us know if you need accommodations.