SHEQ Advisor

Irwin & Colton; Dundee; On-site; GBP 44,625 - 60,375; Full time

Job summary

Irwin & Colton is seeking a proactive SHEQ Advisor to join a leading water infrastructure delivery team, providing expert guidance across multiple sites in the South West Water regions. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to influence safety culture and operational standards on prominent projects.

You will deliver audits, oversee incident investigations, and drive improvements while engaging project teams to embed safe working practices.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience implementing or auditing SHEQ management systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Support management of SHEQ risks and incident investigations.
• Conduct audits and assurance visits for compliance with standards.
• Assist in delivering SHEQ improvement plans and monitor effectiveness.
• Engage project teams to embed safe working practices and behaviours.
• Analyse safety data and report trends for enhancements.

Skills

SHEQ knowledge

CDM Regulations

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISO 45001

OHSAS 18001

Driving licence

Job description

SHEQ Advisor

Bournemouth/Bristol | £52,500 + Car/Car Allowance

We are seeking a proactive SHEQ Advisor to join a leading water infrastructure delivery team, providing expert guidance across multiple sites within the South West Water regions. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to influence safety culture and operational standards on prominent projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the management of SHEQ risks and overseeing incident investigations and corrective actions
• Conducting audits and assurance visits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Assisting in delivery of SHEQ improvement plans and monitoring their effectiveness
• Engaging with project teams to embed safe working practices and behaviours
• Analysing safety data and reporting on trends to identify areas for enhancement

The ideal candidate will have:

• Comprehensive knowledge of UK health, safety, environmental legislation, and construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)
• Experience implementing or auditing SHEQ management systems such as ISO 45001 or OHSAS 18001
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., NEBOSH diploma or equivalent) and a full UK driving license

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; please let us know if we can make the process more accessible to you