Health, Safety & Environment (SHE) Advisor
Farringdon or Ruislip Office
About the Role
VGC is seeking a proactive and motivated
SHE Advisor
to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting regional Directors, Operations Managers, Contract Managers, and support departments in delivering excellence across all aspects of health, safety, and environmental performance. This is a hands-on role, involving site visits, audits, and active engagement with clients and internal teams to drive a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day SHE advice and support to operations and senior management.
* Build collaborative relationships with client worksites, encouraging openness and cooperation.
* Conduct regular site tours to identify good practices and areas for improvement, reporting findings with recommendations.
* Assist in incident investigations, ensuring lessons are learnt and preventive measures implemented.
* Attend and contribute to both client and internal SHE meetings, workshops, and events, reporting back on actions and trends.
* Support the Head of Safety in interpreting and implementing changes in legislation, industry standards, and policies.
* Carry out internal audits against ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001.
* Assist in identifying and arranging SHE-related training.
* Actively promote occupational health, wellbeing, welfare, and mental health initiatives.
* Support VGC's Energy Management System (EMS) and carbon reduction programme.
* Promote VGC's values of equality, diversity, and inclusion at every opportunity.
* Contribute innovative ideas to enhance SHE policies, procedures, and processes.
* Assist with monthly SHE performance dashboards and reporting.
* Support the compilation and review of risk assessments.
* Represent VGC in internal and external meetings, setting a strong example in SHE leadership.
What We're Looking For
Essential Knowledge:
* Strong understanding of the Rail, Civil, and Construction industries.
* IOSH Managing Safety qualification.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 1 year of experience within the Railway or Construction industry.
* Demonstrable experience in risk assessments.
* Proven experience in accident & incident investigation.
* Knowledge and experience in environmental matters.
* CSCS card required (PTS certification desirable).
Attitudes & Behaviors:
* Strong commitment to embedding a positive SHE culture.
* Client-focused and solutions-oriented mindset.
* Excellent team player with strong communication skills.
Why Join VGC?
* Be part of a forward-thinking company committed to health, safety, and sustainability.
* Opportunity to make a direct impact on SHE culture within high-profile projects.
* Work in a supportive environment where your ideas and initiatives are valued.
If this role is of interest, please reach out and we will be in touch.