SHEQ Advisor

Carnell Support Services Ltd; Purston Jaglin; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnell Support Services Ltd is seeking a proactive SHEQ Advisor to support our operational teams across infrastructure, highways and civil engineering projects. The role is site-facing with regular travel to schemes, depots and offices, delivering inspections, audits and practical safety guidance.

You will review risk assessments, method statements and lifting plans, support incident investigations and help drive continuous improvement in SHEQ performance. A valid UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering SHEQ inspections and audits across construction, highways, utilities or infrastructure.
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and industry standards.
• Experience providing practical SHEQ support to operational teams.
• NEBOSH certificate or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake SHEQ inspections, audits and compliance reviews across operational sites.
• Monitor compliance with company procedures, client requirements and legal obligations.
• Support managers with practical SHEQ advice and guidance.
• Review risk assessments, method statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments and lifting plans.
• Assist with accident, incident and near-miss investigations.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and monitor corrective actions.
• Produce accurate SHEQ reports and support performance monitoring.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and SHEQ briefings.
• Promote positive SHEQ behaviours and engage with operational teams.
• Support ongoing development and implementation of SHEQ management systems.

Skills

SHEQ advisory

Audits & inspections

Risk assessment review

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Office software

Driving licence

Education

NEBOSH Certificate (Level 3 OHS)

OHS/Health & Safety qualification

Job description

We're looking for a proactive and pragmatic SHEQ Advisor to join our SHEQ team and support operational teams across a range of infrastructure, highways and civil engineering projects. This is a site-facing role that requires regular travel to company schemes, depots and offices. You'll play a key role in promoting positive Safety, Health, Environment and Quality performance by carrying out inspections and audits, providing practical advice to site teams, supporting compliance with company and client requirements, and driving continuous improvement across the business. The role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, building strong relationships and helping create a positive SHEQ culture. What You'll Be Doing

• Undertaking SHEQ inspections, audits and compliance reviews across operational sites
• Monitoring compliance with company procedures, client requirements and legal obligations
• Supporting managers and supervisors with practical SHEQ advice and guidance
• Reviewing and providing feedback on risk assessments, method statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments and lifting plans
• Assisting with accident, incident and near-miss investigations
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and monitoring corrective actions
• Producing accurate SHEQ reports and supporting performance monitoring
• Delivering inductions, toolbox talks and SHEQ briefings
• Promoting positive SHEQ behaviours and engaging with operational teams
• Supporting the ongoing development and implementation of SHEQ management systems
• Experience in a SHEQ, Health & Safety, Compliance or Assurance role within construction, highways, utilities or infrastructure
• Experience undertaking inspections, audits and compliance reviews
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and industry standards
• Experience providing practical SHEQ support to operational teams
• Experience reviewing risk assessments, method statements and related SHEQ documentation
• Experience investigating accidents and incidents
• Strong report-writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• NEBOSH Certificate, Level 3 Occupational Health and Safety qualification, or equivalent
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience within the highways sector and National Highways environment
• Internal Auditor qualification
• Environmental qualification such as IEMA
• IOSH membership or working towards membership
• Lead Auditor qualification
• Relevant CSCS card

• What Makes You a Great Fit? We're looking for someone who is: - Self-motivated and able to manage their own workload across multiple locations - Approachable and confident building relationships with people at all levels - Comfortable challenging unsafe behaviours in a constructive and professional manner - Solutions-focused with a practical approach to SHEQ management - Organised, detail-oriented and committed to continuous improvement - Passionate about supporting teams and driving high standards