R&A Advisor

Veolia; Rowlinson's Green; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in environmental solutions is seeking a Risk & Assurance Advisor to support their hazardous waste business. This role involves acting as a trusted advisor on safety matters and enhancing the safety culture within the organization. Candidates should have expertise in process safety management and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Company car

Up to 20% bonus

Access to company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health support resources

Qualifications

• Experience in process safety management, ideally with COMAH expertise.
• Knowledge of DSEAR, human factors, hazard studies.
• Hands-on health and safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on process safety and health & safety across COMAH sites.
• Carry out assurance visits and monitor progress with site teams.
• Lead and support investigations and hazard studies.

Skills

Process safety management expertise

Knowledge of key safety topics

Strong communication skills

Motivation to drive improvements

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Location: Northwest England with UK-wide remit

Salary: starting from £35,000 + Company Car + up to 20% Bonus + Veolia benefits

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. Veolia is a global leader in environmental solutions with a key position in the hazardous waste industry. This is your chance to influence safety culture across the UK hazardous waste business, supporting a team that is growing and driving meaningful change.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• Access to our company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• 24 hour virtual GP access (365 days a year) for you and family members
• One paid day leave each year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you'll be doing

The Risk & Assurance (Hazardous Waste) Advisor is critical to supporting the hazardous waste business on Risk & Assurance matters. The role reports to the R&A Manager and has a southern counterpart. You’ll be part of a close-knit team supporting the division through a period of growth while improving our risk culture. Key duties include:

• Act as a trusted advisor on process safety and health & safety across COMAH sites
• Carry out assurance visits, monitor progress, and drive improvements with site teams
• Support and challenge stakeholders to manage risks effectively and build resilience
• Lead and support investigations, hazard studies, Human Factors Studies, COMAH preparations and management incident reviews
• Share lessons learned and promote best practice to shape a proactive safety culture
• Build strong relationships across the business - from operators to site managers to directors

What we're looking for

Essential

• Process safety management expertise, ideally with COMAH experience
• Knowledge of key safety topics: DSEAR, human factors, hazard studies, functional safety
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and hands-on H&S experience
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge and support at all levels
• Motivation to drive improvements and embed a proactive risk culture

Desirable

• Experience in hazardous waste, technical safety, or an engineering background

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We’re proud to have been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This recognition reflects our commitment to our people, showing that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we’re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We are dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.