Health and Safety Advisor - Civils or Construction
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Opportunity
I’m currently working with a well‑established civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their project team on a permanent basis in the Perthshire area of Scotland.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing day‑to‑day H&S advice and support to site management and teams.
* Conducting site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with legislation, CDM regulations, and client standards.
* Managing the implementation of the project ISO45001 Safety Management System.
* Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the workforce.
* Delivering toolbox talks and chairing safety meetings.
* Investigating incidents and near misses, sharing lessons learned across the business.
* Reviewing method statements, risk assessments, and safety documentation.
* Coordinating safety paperwork and record‑keeping.
* Leading health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Challenging unsafe practices and driving continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in an H&S advisory role within construction or civil engineering.
* Recognised Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent).
* Valid CSCS card.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Strong IT literacy (MS Office).
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
The Right Person Will Be
* Passionate about health, safety, and wellbeing.
* A confident self‑starter who can work on their own initiative.
* Detail‑oriented with strong organisational skills.
* A natural communicator who can build rapport at all levels.
* Willing to challenge poor practice and lead by example.
* Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
* A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Desirable (But Not Essential)
* Engineering projects experience.
* Professional membership (IOSH, IIRSM, or similar).
* Previous experience with ISO45001 or OHSAS18001 systems.
* Additional H&S certifications and training.
What’s On Offer
* Permanent contract with a reputable civil engineering contractor.
* Competitive salary package.
* Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects.
* Professional development and career progression.
* Supportive team environment.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Health & Safety Advisor looking for your next challenge with a progressive civil engineering contractor, I’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV across, and I’ll arrange an initial conversation to discuss the role in more detail.
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