On‑Site Health & Safety Advisor – Construction

James Lewis Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Culture influence

Training & mentoring

Job summary

James Lewis Recruitment is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support projects across London and the Southeast, reporting to the Project Health, Safety and Environmental Manager. You'll work hands-on on site, delivering inductions, toolbox talks, audits and incident investigations.

This role focuses on building strong relationships, driving a positive safety culture, chairing safety meetings, and mentoring teams on risk assessments and safe working practices.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or NEBOSH General Certificate required.
• IOSH Managing Safely in Construction certification preferred.
• 3-Day First Aider certification or equivalent.
• Experience in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Build strong rapport with site teams and act as a trusted safety advisor.
• Provide practical HSE support and advice across project activities.
• Assist with H&S inductions for employees and contractors on day one.
• Support and/or chair weekly H&S meetings with the project team.
• Assist in accident/incident investigations and evidence collection.
• Deliver toolbox talks and promote safety incentives to reduce risk.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain H&S records and participate in audits and external visits.
• Carry out risk assessments and safe working procedure development.
• Deputise for the Project HSE Manager when required.

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely in Construction

3-Day First Aider

Previous construction industry experience

Job description

James Lewis Recruitment is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support projects across London and the Southeast, reporting to the Project Health, Safety and Environmental Manager. You'll work hands-on on site, delivering inductions, toolbox talks, audits and incident investigations.

This role focuses on building strong relationships, driving a positive safety culture, chairing safety meetings, and mentoring teams on risk assessments and safe working practices.