Senior SHEQ Advisor

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced SHEQ Advisors to join a leading organisation in the utilities and power sector. This role involves providing Health, Safety & Environmental leadership, offering expert advice and training across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and safety legislation, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Join a growing and dynamic organisation where your contributions will make a real impact on safety standards and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior SHEQ Advisor in construction or utilities.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and incident investigation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to health and safety policies across project sites.
• Provide specialist advice on health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Health, Safety & Environmental leadership

Communication Skills

People Management

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Organisational Skills

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

NCRQ Level 6 / NVQ Level 6 / NEBOSH Diploma

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Due to significant growth and recent contract wins, an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced SHEQ/SHE Advisors to join a leading organisation in the utilities and power sector. Positions are available at offices based in North London, Slough, or Reading. The successful candidate will provide Health, Safety & Environmental leadership, offering expert advice, training, and support across various power and electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure strict adherence to reporting and recording procedures for accidents and dangerous occurrences as required under RIDDOR, following guidance from the SHEQ Manager.
• Provide specialist advice on health, safety, and environmental policies and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.
• Monitor health and safety standards applied by contractors, ensuring they meet contractual requirements and company policies.
• Ensure all site employees adhere to health and safety policies, procedures, and client requirements.
• Recommend disciplinary action where supervisory staff fail to meet safety responsibilities.
• Take appropriate action in cases of safety non–compliance on–site.
• Ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel and visitors across operational sites and premises.
• Monitor the provision and effectiveness of welfare facilities.
• Promote and encourage the reporting of near misses to drive continuous improvement.
• Work across various project sites within the UK, as required by business needs.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Senior SHEQ Advisor within construction, utilities, or civil engineering, ideally within the power sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective people management and leadership abilities.
• A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent negotiation and problem–solving skills.
• A tactful yet assertive manner with the ability to influence and challenge where necessary.
• Ability to deliver clear, confident, and engaging presentations.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• In–depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and the ability to interpret relevant laws and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience in incident investigation and preparing detailed reports, including root cause analysis (RCA).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• NCRQ Level 6 / NVQ Level 6 / NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Previous experience in the utilities sector (preferably within power).
• Experience working within live substations (desirable).
• Familiarity with NERS Accreditation and management systems (desirable).
• Experience working with DNOs and IDNOs.
• EUSR or CSCS certification in General Health & Safety.
• Strong report–writing skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (required).

Location & Working Hours:

• Office locations: North London, Slough, or Reading.
• Work will be based across various project sites in the power, commercial, and industrial sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated SHEQ professional looking to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation.