Qshe Advisor

Atlas; Oxford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Workplace Services near Oxford is seeking a Site QSHE Advisor to deliver hands-on Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental support for a busy on-site operation. You will collaborate with engineers, project managers, contractors and client leadership to ensure safe planning, delivery and compliance with ISO standards and legislation.

A visible, practical leadership style and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a contract or professional function on site.
• Able to adapt and support other business activities as needed.
• Experience implementing, monitoring and reviewing management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the site QSHE strategy and improvement plans.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and client standards.
• Provide visible QSHE leadership across site operations, planning and delivery.
• Review RAMS and contractor arrangements, communicating risks clearly.
• Plan internal and external audits and drive corrective actions.
• Provide QSHE guidance on Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella and CDM.

Skills

Site QSHE experience

Stakeholder liaison

Audit execution

Safety leadership

Education

CMIOSH

NEBOSH Diploma

IEMA/CQI qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

RAMS review

Job description

About The Role

Near Oxford | Site Based | Up to £58,000

Are you an experienced QSHE professional who enjoys being out on site and close to the operation?

We’re looking for a Site QSHE Advisor to provide hands‑on Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental support across a busy site near Oxford.

You’ll work alongside engineers, project managers, contractors, the site leadership team and the client to ensure maintenance activities and projects are planned and delivered safely.

We’re looking for someone who is visible, approachable and solutions‑focused, with experience in an operational environment and the confidence to challenge when required.

Experience within facilities management, engineering, maintenance or project environments would be particularly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the site QSHE strategy, objectives and improvement plans, aligning with Atlas and client requirements.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental legislation, client standards and management systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and OIMS.
• Provide visible, hands‑on QSHE leadership across site operations, maintenance and projects, supporting works from planning and pre‑start through to completion and handover.
• Review and challenge RAMS, project plans and contractor arrangements, ensuring risks are identified, controlled and effectively communicated.
• Plan and manage internal, external, supplier and contractor audits, identifying areas for improvement and driving corrective actions.
• Provide expert QSHE guidance across areas including Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella and CDM, communicating the impact of legislative or operational changes.
• Lead accident and incident management, including investigations, debriefs, root‑cause reviews and lessons learned following significant events.
• Maintain and continually improve the Business Management System, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery arrangements, ensuring alignment with Atlas and client systems.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and annual QSHE performance reports, analysing trends, risks, objectives and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote a strong behavioural safety and continuous improvement culture, working collaboratively with site teams, contractors and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate QSHE training, competence and development requirements, working with HR and Learning & Development to maintain appropriate technical skills and behaviours.
• Represent QSHE at client, project and operational meetings, providing advice, updates and practical support to the Contract Director and wider leadership team.

About You

Qualification, Certifications and Training

• Chartered to IOSH (CMIOSH) status or working towards.
• NEBOSH Diploma, or NVQ 5 in Health and Safety, or NCRQ Diploma in Applied Health and Safety
• Environmental and/or Quality Management qualification such as IEMA, CQI or similar (Desirable)
• Achieved or working towards Lead Auditor ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 (Desirable)
• Qualification in either Fire Safety, Water Hygiene (L8), and/or Asbestos Management (BOHS P405) (Desirable)

Knowledge, Specific Role Skills and Experience

• Experience of supporting a business contract and/or providing support to a professional function.
• A flexible approach towards the role, and a willingness to support other business activities as appropriate.
• Experience of implementing, monitoring and reviewing management systems.
• Working knowledge of legislation and statutory compliances within the facilities management sector.
• Good working knowledge of Certified Management Systems including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.
• Expert knowledge of MS word and excel.
• Professional approach to work in all areas.
• Awareness of environmental legislation and best practices
• Experience of providing QSHE support to live projects within an operational environment.
• Experience of working closely with project managers, engineers and contractors to ensure safe delivery of works.
• Ability to operate hands‑on at site level, balancing compliance requirements with operational realities.

About The Company

At Atlas Workplace Services, we believe great buildings start with great people. That’s why we’ve reimagined facilities management to put people first—those who work in the spaces we care for, and those who deliver our services every day.

We’re not just another FM provider — we’re a top‑10 industry leader committed to doing things differently, with a personal touch, smart technology, and a passion for going the extra mile.

As part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be a company where our people have a meaningful stake in our success. Being part of an EOT isn’t just about sharing in the company’s performance; it’s about creating a culture of shared responsibility, collaboration, and pride in what we achieve together.