HSEQ Advisor

HSEQ Advisor

Contract: HSEQ
Location: Birmingham / London - Hybrid working with travel to multiple sites
Hours: 40
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, is seeking an experienced HSEQ Advisor to act as a trusted partner to project teams and senior stakeholders, ensuring all operational activities meet legal obligations, industry standards and internal policies.

Job Overview

This role plays a vital part in supporting safe and compliant project delivery while reducing risks for employees, contractors and the public. The successful candidate will provide expert HSEQ guidance across multiple projects, helping to ensure that operational activities are delivered in accordance with legal requirements, industry standards and internal policies.

Working closely with senior leaders, Project Directors, Site Managers and subcontractors, the HSEQ Advisor will drive continuous improvement, promote best practice and support the development of a positive safety culture. The role requires a proactive professional who can combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site audits and inspections, producing detailed reports and tracking corrective actions through to completion.
• Review and approve project-specific risk assessments, RAMS and toolbox talk materials, ensuring effective hazard control measures are in place.
• Lead investigations into accidents, near misses and unsafe events, compiling statutory reports and presenting lessons learned.
• Develop and deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and formal training sessions, maintaining accurate and up-to-date training matrices.
• Review and enhance existing HSEQ guidance, governance and processes to support project teams in the safe delivery of projects.
• Act as the principal Health & Safety advisor to Project Directors, Site Managers and subcontractors, attending safety committees and forums.
• Maintain and update company Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with CDM Regulations, HSE guidance and recognised best practice.
• Develop and monitor Health & Safety KPIs and dashboards, identifying systemic issues and leading cross-functional improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

• Solid experience in construction/project management as an HSEQ specialist, ideally within a Tier 2 contractor.
• Professional accreditation such as MCIOB, MRICS or an equivalent HSEQ qualification.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to solve problems under pressure.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong understanding of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality practices within a project environment.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Benefits

• Company car or car allowance (Band 3).