Health And Safety Advisor

Description:

Health & Safety Advisor - Infrastructure
Location: Hants / East Sussex
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + package
Type: Permanent
Sector: Water / Utilities / Civil Engineering
We're recruiting for a Health & Safety Advisor to support ongoing major infrastructure contracts
This is a good opportunity for an experienced H&S professional who wants to work across long-term utilities and infrastructure projects, supporting operational teams and helping maintain strong safety standards across live sites.
The role
You'll work closely with project managers, site teams and contractors across both business areas, providing practical health and safety support across ongoing works.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out site inspections and audits
* Providing day-to-day H&S advice to operational teams
* Reviewing RAMS and safe systems of work
* Supporting incident and near-miss investigations
* Monitoring compliance with company standards and legislation
* Supporting toolbox talks and safety briefings
* Working with contractors and supply-chain partners
* Identifying areas for improvement and ensuring actions are closed out
* Supporting the development of a positive safety culture across the projects
What we're looking for
You'll ideally have previous experience as a Health & Safety Advisor within:
* Civil engineering
* Utilities
* Water
* Infrastructure
* Groundworks
* Construction
You should also have:
* NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate, or equivalent
* Good knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
* Experience working directly with site and operational teams
* Confidence challenging unsafe practices where required
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Previous experience within the water sector would be beneficial, but it is not essential if you have a strong civil engineering or utilities background.
Package
* £40,000 - £45,000 salary
* Company car or car allowance
* Permanent position
* Long-term infrastructure work