SHEQ Advisor

UI Social Infrastructure Limited; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Training & development

Holiday allowance

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) professional for a permanent, full-time role. The position is field-based, requiring a full UK driving licence and a commitment to a Zero Harm safety culture on social housing and maintenance projects in East London.

You will conduct site audits, deliver toolbox talks, manage SHEQ documentation, and support ISO audits. The ideal candidate brings NEBOSH certification, strong communication skills, and independent

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General or Construction Cert required.
• Experience in social housing, maintenance or minor works.
• Strong knowledge of SHEQ legislation and best practices.
• Experience with audits, reporting and compliance systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Promote and implement a strong SHEQ culture aligned with a “Zero Harm” approach.
• Ensure full compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Carry out regular site audits, inspections and safety tours.
• Complete SHEQ reporting (daily, weekly, monthly), including incidents and KPIs.
• Support ISO audits and maintain SHEQ systems and documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety alerts and briefings to site teams.
• Monitor and analyse SHEQ data to identify trends and improvements.
• Maintain systems such as ECO-online and document control platforms.
• Encourage reporting of hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Support and guide site teams and SHEQ coordinators.
• Attend SHEQ meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent working

Interpersonal skills

Safety culture

Education

NEBOSH Cert (General/Construction)

Tools

SHEQ systems

Job description

Company Overview

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know— we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Job Details

Location: East London; Job Type: Permanent, Full-time; DBS Check: Required; Salary: Competitive, based on experience; Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence. *This is a field-based role, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and implement a strong SHEQ culture aligned with a “Zero Harm” approach
• Ensure full compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Carry out regular site audits, inspections, and safety tours
• Complete SHEQ reporting (daily, weekly, monthly), including incidents and KPIs
• Support ISO audits and maintain SHEQ systems and documentation
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety alerts, and briefings to site teams
• Monitor and analyse SHEQ data to identify trends and improvements
• Maintain systems such as ECO-online and document control platforms
• Encourage reporting of hazards, near misses, and incidents
• Support and guide site teams and SHEQ coordinators
• Attend SHEQ meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (minimum)
• Experience within social housing, maintenance, or minor works projects
• Strong knowledge of SHEQ legislation and best practices
• Experience with audits, reporting, and compliance systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; SHEQ systems desirable)
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• TechIOSH membership
• CSCS card
• First Aid / Fire Marshal training
• Asbestos Awareness

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase more
• Pension scheme and health cash plan (Medicash)
• Employee referral scheme
• Retail discounts and savings platform
• Ongoing training and development support
• Friendly, supportive team environment

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing group, working on meaningful projects within the social housing sector. You’ll have the chance to develop your career while making a real impact on safety, quality, and the communities we serve. Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation.

Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you’ve come to the right place.

A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more.

United Infrastructure operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be considered a gift and the candidate will be deemed to have been introduced directly. No fees will be payable in these circumstances