Contract Health & Safety Advisor
Salisbury HQ and U.K travel
SC clearance essential
Up to £400 p/d Inside IR35
We are seeking an experienced security cleared Health & Safety Advisor to support a critical, highly regulated national security programme. The role delivers professional SHE advice across multiple UK sites, ensuring compliance with legislation, governance standards, and safe operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Travel U.K wide to support onsite projects
* Provide practical SHE advice aligned with UK legislation and internal standards
* Support compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act and related regulations
* Conduct audits, inspections, and site reviews (ISO 45001 / ISO 14001)
* Investigate incidents and produce reports with root cause analysis and actions
* Support risk assessments and embed effective mitigation strategies
* Promote a strong safety culture across dispersed teams
* Deliver SHE briefings, workshops, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, and operational teams nationwide
Skills & Experience
* Full UK driving licence
* Current SC clearance
* NEBOSH General Certificate (essential)
* SMSTS
* Experience in regulated, operational, or government environments
* Strong audit/inspection experience (ISO 45001 / ISO 14001)
* Knowledge of high-risk activities and risk reduction methods
* Proven incident investigation and reporting capability
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to work independently across multiple sites
Desirable
* Experience in government, defence, policing, border force, or critical infrastructure
* IOSH membership (TechIOSH/GradIOSH+)
* Experience supporting field-based teams