Overview
SHEA - Safety, Health & Environmental Advisor
Location: Travel across the South (regional offices in South Brent, Yeovil, Bristol, Leighton Buzzard, Basingstoke, and Watton)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)
Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced SHEA Advisor to join their team, supporting construction-related refurbishment projects within a social housing environment across the South of England.
This role plays a crucial part in promoting a positive health, safety, and environmental culture through on-site engagement, support, and delivery of the company\'s behavioural safety programme. You will work closely with operational teams, driving safety standards, identifying risk, and encouraging best practice.
Responsibilities
* Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external health & safety standards
* Support operational teams with project-specific health & safety planning and documentation
* Identify and manage SHE risks, opportunities, and issues on active projects
* Assist with the creation and review of key documentation, including risk assessments, construction phase plans, and environmental impact registers
* Respond to and support investigations into incidents including RIDDOR-reportable accidents, lost time incidents, and near misses
* Promote clear and effective communication around safety concerns, actions, and improvements
* Ensure any updates to SHEQ systems or legislation are implemented effectively
* Continuously maintain up-to-date knowledge of SHE legislation and industry best practices
What Our Client Offers
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Company car scheme or car allowance
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional days)
* Company pension scheme (up to 7.5%)
* Access to a range of employee benefits including healthcare discounts, high street savings, paid volunteering day, and service awards
About You
* Minimum 2 years\' experience in a health & safety role within construction
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent (essential)
* Strong understanding of H&S legislation and construction industry standards
* Previous experience within the social housing sector is desirable
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team
* Competent with digital systems (training will be provided on internal platforms)
* Full UK driving licence required, with willingness to travel within the South region
This is a hybrid role offering the flexibility of home working while ensuring you maintain visibility across key project sites. Travel will be regional and manageable, with a focus on planning your week efficiently
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