Senior SHEQ Advisor

Assured Safety Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure organization is seeking an experienced Senior SHEQ Advisor in Leicestershire. You will ensure compliance with SHEQ management systems, promote a strong safety culture, and support continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has expertise in utilities or construction and holds a NEBOSH qualification. The role offers a competitive salary of £50-55k plus a car and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SHEQ roles.
• Practical expertise in utilities, infrastructure, or construction.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Promote SHEQ across multiple divisions and sites.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of SHEQ legislation

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Proficient IT skills

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Job description

Senior SHEQ Advisor – Leicestershire, with regional travel. £50-55k + Car + Benefits package.

Assured Safety Recruitment is proud to be partnering with one of the UK's fastest-growing infrastructure organisations to appoint a Senior SHEQ Advisor. This business is known for its commitment to excellence, continuous growth, and creating genuine career development opportunities for its people.

In this pivotal role, you will provide expert guidance and leadership to ensure compliance with the company's SHEQ management systems and all relevant legislation. You will coach and mentor operational teams to embed best practice, carry out audits and inspections, and help drive continuous improvement by constructively challenging risk controls and procedures.

Working closely with the Divisional Head of SHEQ, you will play an influential part in promoting a strong safety culture and supporting the company's ambition to achieve health, safety, environmental, and quality excellence across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and support SHEQ across multiple divisions, depots, and operational sites
• Act as a SHEQ ambassador, encouraging collaboration and innovative thinking
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and risk controls to minimise risk
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to achieve SHEQ targets and drive improvement
• Conduct regular site visits, audits, and inspections, providing clear and constructive feedback
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions with measurable improvements
• Support planning workshops and contribute to RAMS, job packs, and team briefings
• Represent the business professionally at client SHEQ forums and meetings
• Lead or assist in investigations and assurance audits to uphold SHEQ standards

About You

You are an experienced SHEQ professional with a passion for influencing positive safety culture and continuous improvement. You bring practical expertise in utilities, infrastructure, or construction, combined with strong communication and leadership skills.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (NEBOSH Diploma desirable or working toward)
• Strong working knowledge of SHEQ legislation, management systems, and risk assessment processes
• Proven track record in project safety planning, compliance assessments, and reviewing RAMS
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all organisational levels
• Proficient IT skills and experience with SHEQ reporting systems
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently or collaboratively