HSQE Advisor

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd is seeking an HSQE Advisor to join a leading rail and infrastructure business on a hybrid basis. The role focuses on Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards across UK rail operations.

You will support project teams and contractors, conduct inspections, lead investigations and drive continuous improvement in HSQE performance, travel to UK sites as required.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate required.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety, environmental and quality legislation essential.
• Experience with audits, inspections and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills; ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSQE advice across rail projects and sites.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments and investigations.
• Review RAMS and HSQE documentation; monitor performance & KPIs.
• Deliver toolbox talks and HSQE training to teams.

Skills

UK H&S legislation

ISO standards knowledge

Audits & inspections

Incident investigations

Communication

Report writing

Driving licence

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

HSQE Advisor

Location: Hybrid / Office & UK Project Sites
Employment: Permanent
Starting Salary: £55,000 per annum

The Opportunity:

A leading specialist rail and infrastructure business is looking for an experienced HSQE Advisor to join its team. This is a key role supporting Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards across UK rail operations.

You will work closely with project teams, contractors and senior management, providing practical HSQE guidance, conducting inspections and audits, supporting investigations and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HSQE advice and support across rail projects.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, risk assessments and investigations.
• Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Review RAMS and maintain HSQE documentation.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Deliver toolbox talks, training and HSQE awareness.
• Monitor HSQE performance, KPIs and non-conformances.
• Support environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and project teams.
• Travel to project sites across the UK.

Requirements:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S, environmental and quality legislation.
• Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Proven experience in audits, inspections and incident investigations.
• Strong communication, influencing and report-writing skills.
• Proactive, organised and confident working with teams at all levels.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Desirable: PTS, Network Rail/infrastructure experience, TechIOSH/ISEP/CQI membership, ISO auditing qualifications, CDM knowledge and RM3 experience.

The Package:

A fantastic opportunity to join a growing specialist rail business, with a hybrid working arrangement, UK-wide project exposure and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on HSQE performance.