HSEQ Advisor

Paxton Personnel Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a proactive and motivated HSEQ Advisor to join a client’s team in Aberdeen. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of HSEQ experience and be passionate about health, safety, and quality standards. You will provide essential support to ensure compliance with legislation and promote a positive safety culture. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to development and continuous improvement across diverse projects.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' HSEQ experience with knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSEQ advice and support to site teams and managers.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain the Integrated Management System to uphold ISO certifications.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive approach

Strong influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health

Full CPD and IOSH Membership

ISO Internal Auditor qualification

Tools

Strong IT literacy

Job description

Location:Aberdeen
Recruiting On Behalf Of:Paxton Personnel

Paxton Personnel is seeking aproactive and motivated HSEQ Advisorto join our client’s team based in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual passionate about health, safety, environmental and quality standards who wants to make a genuine impact across a diverse range of projects.

As a key member of the HSEQ team, you will help ensure operations comply with legislation, client expectations and industry best practice. You’ll provide vital support to employees and subcontractors, maintaining a safe and compliant working environment while driving continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert HSEQ advice, support and guidance to site teams and managers.
• Ensure all work activities comply with relevant health, safety, welfare and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Integrated Management System to maintain ISO certifications.
• Support improvements in HSEQ reporting systems and performance monitoring.
• Promote and embed a positive safety culture across the organisation.
• Complete all HSEQ documentation accurately and within required timescales.
• Lead or assist with investigations into accidents, incidents, ill health and dangerous occurrences, ensuring correct reporting actions are taken.
• Maintain your own competency levels (CPD) and support overall team capability.
• Carry out routine site visits to:
  • Verify compliance with company standards and best HSEQ practice.
  • Share HSEQ updates and developments across the business.
  • Ensure corporate HSEQ campaigns are effectively implemented and site-relevant.
  • Identify performance trends and define improvement focus areas.
  • Develop HSEQ campaigns and programmes to support operational needs.

Reporting Line

• Direct line report to theHSEQ Manager

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ HSEQ experience with strong knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple sites and office locations.
• A proactive, solutions-driven approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

Essential:

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health
• Full CPD and IOSH Membership
• ISO Internal Auditor qualification
• Strong IT literacy

Desirable:

• Environmental qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Environmental Responsibilities)

Why Apply?

• Join a respected, forward-thinking organisation.
• Contribute directly to delivering high-quality, safety-driven project outcomes.
• Work within a supportive team committed to development, professionalism and continuous improvement.