12/03/2026
SHEQ Advisor
Position Overview
• Must Have the ability to work as part of a delivery team.
• Able to Manage an established SHEQ Management System
• Able to demonstrate the upkeep and maintenance of one of the following Management Systems – ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO9001
• Essential to be a suitably trained Auditor, qualified to undertake Internal and external System Audits
• Be competent to advise and liaise with all levels within the Company
• Prepare, manage and update all Health and Safety documentation – RAMS, Policies, Training Records
• Prepare KPI’s
• Undertake Company Inductions and maintain records
• Interact with client SHEQ liaison and attend client progress meetings
• Prepare compile and deliver Company Monthly Stats as a presentation
• Subcontractor management
• This is an office based / onsite position.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have one Or more of the following qualifications, or working towards a National Diploma, and has experience within the utilities industry:
• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• NEBOSH National Construction Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
• Level 6 NEBOSH National Diploma
• Level 6 NCQR Diploma in Applied Health and Safety
• An IOSH Membership that requires Continual Professional Development
• A full UK driver’s license
Reporting to the Directors the Health and Safety/Environmental Manager will be responsible for:
• Managing and maintaining the various Management Systems currently in use within the Company – including ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, NERS
• Carrying out risk assessments and considering how risks could be reduced.
• Outlining safe operational procedures which identify and take account of all relevant hazards.
• Carrying out regular site inspections/audits to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented.
• Making changes to working practices to ensure that they are safe and comply with legislation.
• Preparing health and safety strategies and developing internal policy
• Leading in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks
• Keeping records of inspection findings and producing reports that suggest improvements.
• Recording incidents and accidents and producing statistics to meet KPI’s set by our clients.
• Be industry and legislation aware, abreast of changes and maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) legislation and any developments that affect the employer's industry.
• Advise on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery, occupational diseases etc.
• Assist in the completion of tender related documentation for new and existing Clients.
• Promoting a positive safety culture.
Skills:
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills to explain health and safety processes to a wide range of levels and to give presentations to groups.
• Negotiating skills to convince managers of the need to implement and maintain safety standards that may compromise speed or efficiency in the organisation.
• Patience and diplomacy as the role require a collaborative approach.
• Ability to understand and analyse complex information and present it simply and accurately.
• An investigative mind
• IT skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible work approach.
• Ability to understand regulations.
• The ability to communicate with all levels of staff.
Benefits:
Salary is very much dependent on experience but as a guide:
• Salary £32-37k
• Company Vehicle or Allowance
• Company pension
This role will be demanding in a fast paced, changeable environment. We are looking for a candidate that can hit the ground running and make a solid contribution to the success and growth of our business. If this sounds like you then, please apply.
