Health & Safety Advisor

Our client is a leading main contractor delivering projects across the Midlands and North. The business is committed to maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety & Wellbeing through a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement.

The Role

The Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Advisor will support the delivery and implementation of the company's Health, Safety & Wellbeing Management System across multiple construction projects. They will work closely with site teams, subcontractors and clients to promote best practice, ensure legal compliance and drive a positive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Promote compliance with company Health, Safety & Wellbeing procedures across all projects.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and monitoring activities.
• Support project teams with risk assessments, method statements and statutory compliance.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, producing reports and recommendations.
• Provide practical Health & Safety advice to site teams and subcontractors.
• Attend project and client meetings to support Health & Safety performance.
• Monitor PPE compliance and safe working practices.
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice sharing.
• Keep up to date with current Health & Safety legislation and industry standards.
• Support the development and improvement of company management systems.

Education, skills and experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• NVQ Level 4-6 in Occupational Health & Safety (desirable).
• CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership (desirable).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Health & Safety role with a recognised main contractor.
• Strong knowledge of current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and build positive working relationships at all levels.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital reporting systems