Job Description
Due to significant growth and recent contract wins, an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced SHEQ/SHE Advisors to join a leading organisation in the utilities and power sector. Positions are available at offices based in North London, Slough, or Reading. The successful candidate will provide Health, Safety & Environmental leadership, offering expert advice, training, and support across various power and electrical projects.\n\n Key Responsibilities:\nEnsure strict adherence to reporting and recording procedures for accidents and dangerous occurrences as required under RIDDOR, following guidance from the SHEQ Manager.\nProvide specialist advice on health, safety, and environmental policies and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.\nMonitor health and safety standards applied by contractors, ensuring they meet contractual requirements and company policies.\nEnsure all site employees adhere to health and safety policies, procedures, and client requirements.\nRecommend disciplinary action where supervisory staff fail to meet safety responsibilities.\nTake appropriate action in cases of safety non-compliance on-site.\nEnsure a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel and visitors across operational sites and premises.\nMonitor the provision and effectiveness of welfare facilities.\nPromote and encourage the reporting of near misses to drive continuous improvement.\nWork across various project sites within the UK, as required by business needs.Skills & Experience:\nProven experience as a Senior SHEQ Advisor within construction, utilities, or civil engineering, ideally within the power sector.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nEffective people management and leadership abilities.\nA proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.\nExcellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.\nA tactful yet assertive manner with the ability to influence and challenge where necessary.\nAbility to deliver clear, confident, and engaging presentations.\nStrong organisational skills and attention to detail.\nAbility to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.\nIn-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and the ability to interpret relevant laws and regulations.\nProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.\nExperience in incident investigation and preparing detailed reports, including root cause analysis (RCA).\nAbility to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.Qualifications & Requirements:\nNCRQ Level 6 / NVQ Level 6 / NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.\nPrevious experience in the utilities sector (preferably within power).\nExperience working within live substations (desirable).\nFamiliarity with NERS Accreditation and management systems (desirable).\nExperience working with DNOs and IDNOs.\nEUSR or CSCS certification in General Health & Safety.\nStrong report-writing skills.\nFull UK Driving Licence (required).Location & Working Hours:\nOffice locations: North London, Slough, or Reading.\nWork will be based across various project sites in the power, commercial, and industrial sectors.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated SHEQ professional looking to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation