Lead Health & Safety Advisor

Principal People Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading national contractor as a Lead Health and Safety Advisor, overseeing HS&E activities across multiple sites in the South. This senior role offers autonomy and leadership opportunities with a focus on safety culture and professional development. Benefit from a competitive salary, company car, comprehensive leave options, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

28 days annual leave + option to buy more

Private medical scheme

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Professional membership paid annually

Employee discounts and wellbeing support

Agile working policy

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General/Construction qualification is essential.
• Experience in construction, civils or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead HS&E strategy delivery across multiple construction sites.
• Support and develop HS&E Advisors.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Skills

Leadership skills

Behavioural safety

Team management

Education

NEBOSH General/Construction

Job description

Ready to step into a regional lead role with autonomy, strong leadership support, and a modern approach to flexible working?

We re working exclusively with a national principal contractor to appoint a Lead Health and Safety Advisor. This is a regional role covering sites across the South, with a base in Surrey.

The company is a well–established player in the UK s built environment sector, delivering a broad range of public and private sector construction projects. With a strong order book and a clear commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing, they offer a stable and supportive environment for experienced professionals.

You ll be reporting into the Regional Health and Safety Manager and leading health safety and environmental activities across your business unit. This includes line management of Advisors, hands–on project support, and strategic input into initiatives. It s a great opportunity to take ownership of a regional portfolio while being part of a forward–thinking national safety team.

Key responsibilities of the Lead Health and Safety Advisor include:

• Leading HS&E strategy delivery across multiple live construction sites.
• Supporting and developing HS&E Advisors across the region.
• Working with site teams and supply chain partners to ensure high standards and system compliance.
• Driving proactive initiatives, including behavioural safety and cultural engagement.
• Supporting incident investigations and ensuring timely close–out of reports and actions.
• Reviewing project documentation and contributing to pre–construction planning.
• Supporting internal training, development, and upskilling across operational teams.
• Conducting audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across sites.

Why consider this Lead Health and Safety Advisor role?

• Senior role with regional ownership and leadership opportunities.
• Collaborative and forward–thinking approach to behavioural safety.
• Involvement in major building projects across the South.
• High–performing team culture and strong internal safety network.
• Ongoing investment in professional development and wellbeing.

What s in it for you?

• Annual salary between GBP60,000 – GBP65,000
• Company car or allowance
• 28 days of annual leave + option to buy more
• Private medical scheme
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Professional membership paid annually
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts and wellbeing support
• Agile working policy to support work–life balance

What we re looking for:

• NEBOSH General/Construction (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Experience in construction, civils or infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership skills and experience supporting or managing a team

If you're an experienced H&S professional looking for a regional lead role where you can make a real impact we d love to hear from you.