SHEQ Advisor - Power

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor for projects along the M4 corridor. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including career progression opportunities. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH Diploma and have experience in health and safety within the construction or energy sector, with strong communication and report writing skills.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance & well-being support

Company vehicle or car allowance

Flexible working options (up to 40% remote)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SHEQ within construction or civil engineering sectors.
• Understanding of UK health & safety legislation.
• Capable of working independently; effective teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture across projects.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ policies and regulations.
• Conduct accident investigations and provide reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk analysis

Problem-solving

Report writing

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SHEQ Advisor – Power & Electrical Projects

Salary: £55 - 60kpa + Package + Vehicle or Allowance

Location: London (with travel to various sites along the M4 corridor)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Due to project timescales, sponsorship is not available for this role.

About the Role: Due to significant business growth and recent contract wins, our client is seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor to support their expanding operations across multiple Power and Electrical infrastructure projects.

Based in Borehamwood, with travel to project sites on the M4 between Slough and Swindon as needed, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring health, safety, environmental and quality standards are upheld across the business. Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, you’ll provide expert leadership, advice, training, and assurance to internal teams and contractors alike.

What’s in it for you? Our client works on some of the UK’s most vital infrastructure projects. In return, they offer more than just a job – they offer a career where you can grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance & well-being support
• Career progression & training opportunities
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Flexible working options (up to 40% remote)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example in promoting a strong safety-first culture across all projects.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations including RIDDOR, and internal SHEQ procedures.
• Provide specialist advice on SHEQ policies, procedures, and legal compliance.
• Monitor and review contractor SHEQ performance against project and contractual requirements.
• Investigate accidents and near misses, producing clear reports with root cause analysis and recommendations.
• Promote the reporting and reduction of near-miss incidents.
• Monitor and ensure the adequacy of site welfare and working conditions.
• Support the SHEQ Manager in delivering training, audits, and improvement programmes.
• Recommend corrective or disciplinary action where safety responsibilities are not met.
• Work collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders to uphold SHEQ standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a similar SHEQ role within the construction, utilities or civil engineering sectors – ideally within the power or energy industry.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present confidently to all levels.
• Ability to analyse risk, solve problems logically, and drive improvement initiatives.
• Excellent report writing skills, including incident investigations and RCA.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
• Capable of working independently while contributing to team goals.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6 or NCRQ Level 6 (or equivalent).
• CSCS or EUSR Card (General Health & Safety).
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Experience working within live substations
• Understanding of NERS Accreditation and working in DNO/IDNO environments
• Experience of working with SHEQ in a CDM2015 context is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

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Be part of a forward-thinking business at the forefront of energy infrastructure delivery.

For more information, contact Simon Cowley on 01737 452509.