EHS Advisor

Job Title: EHS Advisor (Environmental, Health & Safety Advisor)
Location: Greater London
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Comprehensive Package
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced EHS Advisor to join a leading main contractor delivering high-profile construction projects across Greater London. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health, safety, and environmental professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and growing construction business.

Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will work closely with site management teams to promote a positive safety culture, ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation, and support the successful delivery of projects across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day EHS support and guidance to project teams and site management.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Assist in the development and implementation of health, safety, and environmental management systems.
• Monitor compliance with UK health, safety, and environmental legislation and company procedures.
• Support risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permit-to-work systems.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental events, producing detailed reports and corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness training sessions.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, reports, and statutory documentation.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities on EHS matters.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practice across projects.
• Support environmental compliance, including waste management, pollution prevention, and sustainability objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an EHS, HSE, SHEQ, or Health & Safety Advisor role within the construction industry.
• Experience working for a main contractor is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and construction regulations.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum requirement).
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate desirable.
• Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH or higher preferred).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong report writing and incident investigation capabilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Greater London projects.