SSHEQ Advisor

Comex 2000; Haydock; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Comex 2000 seeks a proactive SSHEQ Advisor to support safety, sustainability, health, environment and quality across depots, offices and projects in the UK. You will provide practical guidance, drive improvements and influence safe, compliant behaviours.

You’ll lead audits, assess RAMS, investigate incidents and report on SSHEQ performance, while collaborating with teams and client stakeholders to protect people and operations across the business.

Qualifications

• SSHEQ experience in operational or project environments.
• Audits and incident investigation expertise.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of CDM and ISO 9001/14001/45001.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent SSHEQ advice to operational teams.
• Lead depot/office audits and ensure actions are closed out.
• Verify RAMS and workplace controls for effectiveness.
• Support SSHEQ Management Plans and project compliance.
• Investigate incidents and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Collect and report SSHEQ data for internal and client reporting.
• Promote environmental compliance and sustainability reporting.
• Build relationships with teams and client SSHEQ stakeholders.
• Support SSHEQ briefings and awareness campaigns.

Skills

SSHEQ experience

Audits

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Communication & influencing

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

Tech IOSH

IEMA Associate

Job description

We’re the team behind the UK’s telecom networks—building, upgrading, and keeping the country connected! From fibre installs to 5G rollouts, we make it happen with innovation, speed, and a smile. If you love a challenge and want to be part of something big, Comex 2000 is the place to be.

We’re looking for a proactive and confident SSHEQ Advisor to deliver practical, value‑adding safety, sustainability, health, environment and quality support across our depots, offices, projects and operational teams. If you’re someone who thrives on improving standards, solving problems, and influencing safe, compliant behaviours, this role gives you the autonomy and impact you’re looking for.

You’ll play a key role in assurance, compliance, investigations, reporting and continuous improvement — helping us protect our people, our clients and our operations. You’ll apply established SSHEQ principles, support the development of systems and campaigns, and build strong relationships with teams and client stakeholders to drive positive change.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver competent, practical SSHEQ advice to operational teams
• Lead and support depot/office audits, ensuring actions are closed out
• Ensure RAMS, risk assessments and workplace controls are suitable and effective
• Support SSHEQ Management Plans, F10 notifications and project compliance
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Collect, validate and report SSHEQ data for internal and client reporting
• Support continuous improvement, internal audits and external assessments
• Promote environmental compliance, sustainability and carbon reporting
• Build strong relationships with operational teams and client SSHEQ stakeholders
• Support SSHEQ briefings, communications and awareness campaigns

Requirements

About You

• Strong SSHEQ experience in operational or project environments
• Skilled in audits, incident investigation and risk assessment
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Knowledge of CDM and ISO 9001/14001/45001

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate, Tech IOSH, IEMA Associate
• NRSWA, CSCS, Lead/Internal Auditor training
• Full UK driving licence

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Haydock