Health Safety Environment Advisor
4 days ago
Newark
Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SHEQ Advisor to support the delivery of projects safely, without risk to personnel health, while protecting the environment and ensuring high-quality service delivery. This is a key role within the business, working closely with leadership and project teams to drive a strong Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) culture and continuous improvement across operations. Key Responsibilities Business Support • Support senior management in promoting a positive SHEQ culture and continuous improvement initiatives, • Develop and implement initiatives to enhance SHEQ performance, • Ensure compliance with company procedures and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), • Maintain supplier and subcontractor approval systems, • Support the maintenance of business accreditations, • Assist in developing and improving SHEQ systems/software, • Conduct internal audits in line with ISO standards Project Support • Support project teams to deliver works safely and compliantly, • Interpret and apply relevant legislation, particularly CDM Regulations, • Act as Principal Designer where required, or coordinate the process, • Produce Construction Phase Plans and Environmental Management Plans, • Develop Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), • Investigate incidents, identifying root causes and corrective actions, • Conduct site audits, track actions through to close-out, and verify compliance, • Ensure tools and equipment are inspected and maintained in line with requirements About You Essential Requirements • Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation (including CDM, Working at Height, Electricity at Work), • Experience in the construction sector (utilities experience desirable), • NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent), • TechIOSH membership, • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, • Strong written and verbal communication, • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach, • Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders, • High attention to detail and professionalism, • Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude, • Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), • Full UK driving licence Desirable • Advanced Excel skills and reporting capability, • Strong analytical thinking with a focus on continuous improvement