QHSE Advisor

JDR Recruitment; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Recruitment are recruiting for an established client in Industrial services in Aberdeen. This permanent full-time role is site and office-based with 45 hours per week, focused on shaping and improving QHSE policies and processes across operations.

The successful candidate will develop, implement and maintain QHSE policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance, including ISO standards. Strong audit, training, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QHSE role (minimum 3 years).
• Strong knowledge of QHSE management systems, current legislation and best practice.
• Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001.
• Experience and accreditation in conducting audits and investigations.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills (influencing, negotiating, problem solving).
• Attention to detail in a busy office environment.
• Research skills with practical written procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• IOSH Health and Safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate QHSE management systems, policies, and procedures in the workplace environment.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments with external and internal parties.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Provide QHSE training and support to staff across the business.
• Provide QHSE review expertise and support during tenders, contract negotiations and project execution.
• Investigate and report on accidents and incidents, identifying areas for improvement.
• Own and maintain the Integrated Management System aligned with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.
• Participate in toolbox talks to enhance QHSE engagement.

Skills

QHSE proficiency

Regulatory awareness

Audit & investigations

Communication & negotiation

Attention to detail

Research & procedures

MS Office

IOSH Certificate

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

JDR Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for an established client in Industrial services in the Aberdeen area. This is a permanent full time position which will be site and office based. Hours per week will be 45 hours. This is an exciting new role where you will be involved in shaping new and improving existing polices and processes.

We are are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented QHSE & Compliance Lead to join our highly motivated team at our facility in Aberdeen. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) compliance across all our operations. You will develop, implement, and maintain QHSE policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of waste management processes, with a commitment to promoting a safe and sustainable working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Evaluate QHSE management systems, policies, and procedures in the workplace environment.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments with external and internal parties.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Provide QHSE training and support to staff throughout the business.
• Provide QHSE review expertise and support during tenders, contract negotiations and execution of projects.
• Investigate and report on accidents and incidents, identifying areas for improvement.
• Own and maintain the Integrated Management System in line with the requirements of IS09001, ISO14001 and ISO45001.
• Regularly participating in toolbox talks to get a better understanding of the operational situation and encourage QHSE engagement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience in a QHSE role (minimum 3 years).
• Strong knowledge of QHSE management systems, current legislation and best practice.
• Previous Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001.
• Experience and accredited in conducting Audits and Investigations.
• Excellent communication and customer facing skills e.g. influencing, negotiating and problem solving.
• Attention to detail whilst working in a busy office environment.
• Research skills backed up by effective and practical written procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Certificates in Health and Safety (IOSH)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.