HSEQ Advisor

Sodexo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced HSEQ Advisor to lead Health, Safety, Environment, Quality and Food Safety across a fast‑paced venue that hosts 52,000+ fans and guests.

You will partner with operational leaders, chefs, hospitality teams and client stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement. You will deliver HSEQ guidance, conduct audits, investigate incidents, train teams and maintain RAMS and safe systems of work.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH qualification or working towards within six months.
• Experience in Health & Safety, HSEQ or Food Safety roles.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing audits, inspections and compliance systems.
• Experience investigating accidents and incidents.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional HSEQ and Food Safety guidance to operational teams.
• Conducting audits, inspections and compliance reviews across kitchens, hospitality suites and concessions.
• Investigating accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions.
• Delivering training, toolbox talks and inductions to managers and frontline teams.
• Supporting major event planning and ensuring safe operational delivery on matchdays and event days.
• Developing and maintaining risk assessments, RAMS, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work.
• Producing reports and KPI analysis to drive performance improvements.

Skills

HSEQ management

Auditing

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Communication

Education

NEBOSH qualification

Level 4 Food Safety

IOSH/CIEH membership

First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

From Premier League matchdays and VIP hospitality experiences to concerts and major live events, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring world‑class standards across a fast‑paced, high‑profile venue welcoming over 52,000 fans and guests. As HSEQ Advisor, you will be the subject matter expert for Health, Safety, Environment, Quality and Food Safety across the venue. You'll work closely with operational leaders, chefs, hospitality teams and client stakeholders to ensure compliance while driving continuous improvement and best practice.

• Providing professional HSEQ and Food Safety guidance to operational teams
• Conducting audits, inspections and compliance reviews across kitchens, hospitality suites and concessions
• Investigating accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions
• Delivering engaging training, toolbox talks and inductions to managers and frontline teams
• Supporting major event planning and ensuring safe operational delivery on matchdays and event days
• Developing and maintaining risk assessments, RAMS, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work
• Supporting food safety compliance and assisting with environmental health inspections
• Producing insightful reports and KPI analysis to drive performance improvements
• Building strong relationships with Newcastle United and key stakeholders to ensure seamless compliance across the venue

We're looking for an experienced HSEQ professional who can confidently engage with stakeholders at every level and bring a practical, solutions‑focused approach.

If you're someone who thrives on influencing positive change, building a strong safety culture and working closely with operational teams, we'd love to hear from you.

• NEBOSH qualification (or working towards within an agreed timeframe)
• Experience within a Health & Safety, HSEQ or Food Safety position
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance frameworks
• Experience managing audits, inspections and compliance systems
• Experience investigating accidents and incidents
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Level 4 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to achieve within six months, Experience within stadiums, events, hospitality, catering or visitor attractions
• IOSH, CIEH or other professional membership
• Auditing qualifications or experience
• First Aid qualification
• Experience working within ISO accredited environments
• Demonstrable success in delivering continuous improvement initiatives

Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families,

St. James' Park

About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.