SHEQ Advisor

Cranleigh Scientific; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist business group in the UK is seeking a SHEQ Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for permanency. The successful candidate will support safety performance across various projects, conducting audits and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Essential qualifications include a NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate and at least 2 years’ experience in a SHEQ or H&S role. This role allows for remote work with regular travel across the UK, focusing on London and the South.

Benefits

Potential car or car allowance

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar SHEQ or H&S Advisor role.
• Awareness of the fire and security sector, including relevant accreditations.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Conducting regular safety inspections and audits across customer sites UK-wide.
• Driving a proactive health, safety, environmental, and quality culture.
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and Subcontractors.
• Leading toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Investigating incidents and near-misses.

Skills

NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate

Valid CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Competent IT skills

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction preferred

Tools

MS Office

Safety management software

Job description

Job Title: SHEQ Advisor

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (potential to go permanent)

Location: Remote-based with regular UK-wide travel — focus on London & the South

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Car or Car Allowance

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (min. 37.5 hours / week – flexible hours to suit site access)

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established and rapidly expanding group of specialist businesses delivering Fire, Safety and Security solutions across the UK and Ireland. Operating under a unified model that fosters collaboration across business units, the organisation continues to strengthen its national presence, focusing on customer satisfaction, compliance, and continual improvement.

As part of this growth, the company is seeking a SHEQ Advisor to support and enhance safety performance and compliance across a broad range of projects. This field-based role is critical in promoting a positive safety culture across operations, ensuring safe working environments, and supporting regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, and working closely with project and service teams, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting regular safety inspections and audits across customer sites UK-wide, with a strong focus on London and the South
• Driving a proactive health, safety, environmental, and quality culture across all operational areas
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Site Supervisors and Subcontractors to embed safe working practices
• Leading toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site-based training initiatives
• Supporting the development and implementation of site-specific RAMS and safety documentation
• Investigating incidents and near-misses, producing reports and action plans to prevent recurrence
• Monitoring use of PPE and ensuring adherence to safe equipment procedures
• Keeping accurate records of audits, incidents, training, and corrective actions
• Staying current with UK legislation and best practices in SHEQ
• Contributing to continuous improvement efforts and audit preparedness

Accountabilities

You will be accountable for:

• Compliance: Ensuring alignment with UK health, safety, environmental and quality legislation and internal policies
• Prevention: Reducing risks through inspections, engagement, and proactive safety measuresReporting: Maintaining high-quality records, reports, and communication across all SHEQ activities
• Communication: Building positive relationships with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to drive compliance and culture
• Audit Readiness: Supporting internal and external audits through robust documentation and continuous monitoring

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate (NEBOSH General or Construction preferred)
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally (including Northern Ireland)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar SHEQ or H&S Advisor role
• Competent IT skills, particularly MS Office (experience with safety management software advantageous)

Desirable:

• IOSH Membership
• Awareness of the fire and security sector, including relevant accreditations (e.g. BAFE, NSI, LPCB, SSAIB)
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and best practice

Additional Information

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to transition into a permanent position, depending on performance and business needs. The role is field-based with flexibility to work remotely when not visiting sites or attending meetings