SHEs Advisor

Cadent Foundation; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme 18%

25 days holiday

Flexible working

Career development

ED&I commitments

Discounts

Job summary

Cadent is seeking a SHES Advisor to support safe, sustainable delivery of major capital projects. You will advise on SHES legislation, promote a zero-harm culture and work with project teams, contractors and regulators to embed best practices.

The role is hybrid with flexibility, offering meaningful impact on safety and the environment while supporting professional development within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma with 3–5 years of SHES advisory experience.
• Knowledge of CDM, GSMR, PSSR, ISO 14001 and related standards.
• Strong verbal and written comms; ability to coach and influence.
• Experience with incident reporting, risk assessment and performance analysis.
• Commitment to compliance, continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert SHES guidance across Cadent's major Capital Delivery projects.
• Support incident investigations and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Embed best practices and drive SHES performance improvements.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors and regulators to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

SHES knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma

Job description

Title: SHEs Advisor

Location: East Anglia

Advertised Salary: £43,833 to £51,570 per annum

Job Function: Capital Delivery

Working Hours: 37

Location Type: Hybrid

Contract Type: Permanent

Req ID: 3073

Posting End Date: 15th October 2026

Champion safety, health, environment and sustainability across major infrastructure projects

As a SHES Advisor at Cadent, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and sustainable delivery of our Capital Delivery projects. You will provide expert advice and guidance on all aspects of Safety, Health, Environment and Sustainability (SHES), ensuring compliance with legislation and promoting a proactive safety culture across our operations.

Working closely with project teams, contractors and regulatory bodies, you will help embed best practice, support incident investigations, and drive continuous improvement in SHES performance.

This is a hybrid role with flexibility, offering the opportunity to influence high-profile infrastructure projects and make a meaningful impact on the safety and wellbeing of our people and the environment.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Operational Impact – Support the safe delivery of major construction projects across Cadent’s Capital Delivery portfolio.
• Advisory Leadership – Provide expert guidance on SHES legislation, risk management and compliance.
• Collaborative Culture – Work with internal teams, contractors and regulators to promote a zero-harm environment.
• Continuous Improvement – Contribute to audits, incident investigations and the development of best practice.
• Professional Development – Build your expertise in a supportive, forward-thinking team.

What You'll Bring:

You are a safety-focused professional with a strong understanding of SHES legislation and a passion for promoting a positive safety culture.

• Qualifications & Experience – NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (or equivalent), with 3–5 years’ experience in a SHES advisory role.
• Technical Knowledge – Understanding of CDM, GSMR, PSSR, ISO 14001 and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coach and influence others.
• Analytical Thinking – Experience in incident reporting, risk assessment and performance analysis.
• Professional Integrity – Commitment to compliance, continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

Looking to make a difference in safety and sustainability? Join Cadent as a SHES Advisor and help us deliver infrastructure that supports communities and protects the environment. Be part of a values-driven, safety-first organisation!

interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s In It For You

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.