SHEQ Advisor

Construction; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect it Utility Services, based in Hedge End, is seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor to support Power operations across the UK. You will drive safety culture, lead audits, and mentor teams while ensuring compliance with CDM and industry standards.

The role requires NEBOSH General/Construction certificates, a full UK driving licence, and ability to undertake face fit and drugs/alcohol testing. You will work across sites in Central South/South West regions, offering continuous improvement

Qualifications

• :NEBOSH General/Construction certificates are essential.
• :A full UK driving licence is required.
• :Ability to undertake face fit testing and drugs & alcohol testing.
• :Auditing experience is desirable.
• :First Aid and Mental Health First Aid qualifications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Promote and champion the Connect it SHEQ culture across the business.
• Support operational teams in achieving SHEQ objectives and performance targets.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and assurance activities across projects.
• Coach, mentor and support colleagues on SHEQ best practices and compliance.
• Manage audit observations and monitor corrective actions.
• Support incident investigations and ensure learning outcomes are communicated.
• Provide SHEQ guidance relating to legislative, customer and certification requirements.
• Support CDM regulation compliance and industry standards.
• Analyse SHEQ performance data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to development and implementation of SHEQ policies and initiatives.

Skills

SHEQ culture champion

Audit programme management

Utilities/Construction exposure

Audits & non-conformances

Installation standards knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Organisation & time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Full UK Driving Licence

Face fit testing

Drugs & alcohol testing

Auditing qualification desirable

First Aid qualification

Mental Health First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Connect it Utility Services is a leading utility infrastructure provider delivering multi-utility and renewable energy solutions across the UK.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive SHEQ Advisor to support our operational teams (Power) in driving exceptional standards across Safety, Health, Environment and Quality.

Head office in Hedge End, Southampton and travel to sites across Central South / South West region.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about creating positive safety cultures, influencing behaviours, and supporting continuous improvement across a diverse range of utility and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Promote and champion the Connect it SHEQ culture across the business.
• Support operational teams in achieving SHEQ objectives and performance targets.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and assurance activities across projects.
• Coach, mentor and support colleagues on SHEQ best practices and compliance requirements.
• Manage audit observations and monitor the completion of corrective actions.
• Support incident investigations and ensure learning outcomes are effectively communicated.
• Provide SHEQ guidance relating to legislative, customer and certification requirements.
• Support compliance with CDM regulations and industry standards.
• Analyse SHEQ performance data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of SHEQ policies, procedures and initiatives.

Skills Required

• Experience managing safety audit programmes and driving continuous improvement.
• Previous SHEQ experience within utilities, construction or a related infrastructure environment.
• Experience conducting audits and managing non-conformances.
• Working knowledge of technical installation standards within utilities or construction.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with operational teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Educational Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Ability to undertake face fit testing and drugs & alcohol testing.
• Auditing experience with auditing qualification desirable.
• First Aid qualification.
• Mental Health First Aid qualification.

Connect it is an equal opportunities employer, and we value diversity and promote equality across our business. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are always happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. The terminology used in this advert is not intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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