SHEQ Assistant

Nicholas Associates Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm based in Birmingham is seeking a Project Administrator to support the SHEQ team across various construction sites in the West Midlands. The role involves providing administrative support, managing project documentation, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have administrative experience in a construction environment and strong organizational skills. A full UK driving license is required for site travel. This position is permanent and full-time with additional benefits including 33 days holiday and a pension.

Benefits

33 Days holiday inc. Bank Holidays

Extra day off for your Birthday

Free on-site parking

Van

Pension

Health Cash plan

Death in Service

Qualifications

• Admin experience in construction or a project-based environment.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety documentation and procedures.
• Full UK driving license for site travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide services as directed by the project manager.
• Admin support to construction teams across various sites.
• Handle project documentation accurately and timely.
• Coordinate Health & Safety paperwork and compliance.
• Conduct site visits for admin and document control.

Skills

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

• Posted on: 13th Jan 2026
• Job Reference: JN -112025-63912_1768319767

My client is a nationwide civil engineering and groundworks company based in Birmingham, supporting some of the largest construction companies across the length and breadth of the UK. Established in 1994, they are a family-founded business that still operates with the customer focus and values they started with.

Currently recruiting for a Project Administrator, based in Birmingham, to support the SHEQ team across sites predominantly in the West Midlands.

Main Responsibilities

• To provide services to the projects as directed by the project manager
• Daily admin support to construction teams across various sites
• Ensuring accurate and timely handling of project documentation
• Coordinating and maintaining Health & Safety paperwork and compliance
• Conducting regular site visits to support admin and document control
• Preparing documents for audits, toolbox talks, and training sessions
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers regarding document requirements
• Maintaining electronic and paper-based filing systems
• Completing & maintaining the SHEQ administration report
• Assisting with the vetting process required by clients
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Clear and confident communication (both written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving license (regular site travel required)

Education

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

• Admin experience in construction or a project-based environment
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety documentation and procedures
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development
• 33 Days holiday inc. Bank Holidays
• Extra day of for your Birthday
• Free on-site parking
• Van
• Pension
• BHSF - Health Cash plan
• Death in Service

Job type

Full-time

Location

Birmingham

Contract Type

Permanent

Mileage Allowance

Provided for travel

Reporting to

SHEQ Director

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 07856924462.