Health & Safety Advisor | Civils contractor | West Midlands

About the Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 construction and civil engineering contractor with over 100 years of experience delivering complex projects across the UK and Ireland. Their portfolio includes major infrastructure, aviation, industrial, commercial, energy and civil engineering projects, with safety, quality and sustainability at the heart of everything they do. They are committed to investing in their people and fostering a collaborative culture where career development is actively encouraged.

About the Role

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support the delivery of high-profile construction and civil engineering projects in the Midlands.

Working closely with site management teams, you'll be responsible for promoting a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and supporting the successful delivery of projects safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor known for delivering landmark projects while providing genuine career progression and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day health & safety support across multiple construction sites.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits, ensuring compliance with company procedures and UK legislation.
• Produce detailed inspection reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist with risk assessments, method statements (RAMS) and construction phase plans.
• Support site teams in maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental performance.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Promote a positive behavioural safety culture across all levels of the project team.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project-specific requirements.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and external stakeholders on health & safety matters.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Experience working as a Health & Safety Advisor within construction or civil engineering.
• Good understanding of current UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with site teams and senior management.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH or above) is desirable.
• Experience on major infrastructure, industrial or commercial construction projects would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities within a leading Tier 1 contractor.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, technically challenging projects across the Midlands.