Senior SHE Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SHE Advisor to provide expert advice and support to Line Leaders in managing Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) responsibilities. This role involves conducting SHE assurance activities, promoting continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with SHE policies. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, gaining valuable experience while contributing to significant organizational impact. The company values diversity and offers a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements and a competitive pension scheme. Join a supportive team where your contributions will make a real difference.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant SHE qualification, e.g., NEBOSH diploma.
• Experience in complex environments with SHE improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide SHE advice to Line Leaders for effective management.
• Conduct SHE assurance activities and investigations.

Skills

SHE Management Systems

Collaboration Skills

Influencing Skills

Motivation Skills

Accident Investigation

Continuous Improvement

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Job description

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Location:

Broad Oak/New Malden. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. This role requires regular travel to other BAE Systems sites.

Salary:

Up to £48,000 dependent on skills and experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing competent and comprehensive SHE advice to Line Leaders, enabling them to effectively manage SHE within their area(s) of responsibility.
• Conducting appropriate levels of SHE assurance activities to support the effective deployment of the SHE management system, ensuring it continues to meet the requirements of ISO45001 and ISO14001.
• Supporting and coaching Line Leaders in the effective management and control of significant SHE risks within their area(s) of responsibility.
• Conducting comprehensive investigations of accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and lessons learned to prevent reoccurrence.
• Promoting continuous improvement through effective communication, coaching, and mentoring of line leaders, employees, and contractors.
• Supporting onsite contractors in their application of Naval Ships SHE Policy & Strategy.

Your skills and experiences:

• Hold a relevant SHE qualification, e.g., NEBOSH diploma or degree in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent.
• Experience of working in complex environments where strong collaboration, influencing, and motivation skills are key for implementing SHE improvements. Comprehensive knowledge of SHE Management Systems and assurance processes.
• Working knowledge of SHE Management Systems and assurance processes.
• Grad/Tech Member of IOSH (willing to progress to Chartered membership).

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The SHE team:

Reporting directly to the SHE Manager, this role offers a dynamic environment where you can thrive. You’ll have the support needed to achieve chartership while working within a large, diverse team, gaining experience across various areas of SHE. Your efforts will be crucial in ensuring the Naval Ships business remains compliant with all SHE policies, making a significant organizational impact.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We value diversity, reward integrity and merit, and empower you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes inclusive. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors like nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth may limit your eligibility. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher levels of National Security Vetting may require 5-10 years of continuous residency in the UK.

Closing Date:

14th May 2025 – interviews will be scheduled during the week commencing 19th May 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We encourage early application.