Job Title: SHEQ Advisor
Sector: Tier 1 Highways & Civil Engineering
Location: Major UK Infrastructure Projects (Regional / Project-Based)
Salary: Competitive + car / allowance + benefits
About the Role
A leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor to support the delivery of complex, high-value highways and infrastructure schemes. Working across live environments and multi-disciplinary teams, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining best-in-class SHEQ standards while enabling safe, efficient project delivery.
This role suits someone comfortable operating at Tier 1 level — engaging confidently with senior management, clients, and supply chain partners, while remaining highly visible and effective on site.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide SHEQ leadership across major highways and civil engineering projects
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Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, company procedures, and client frameworks (National Highways, TfL, local authorities, JV partners)
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Conduct site inspections, audits, and assurance activities in line with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001
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Review, approve, and monitor RAMS, method statements, and permits to work
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Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and behavioural safety interventions
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Lead and support incident investigations, producing high-quality reports and corrective actions
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Monitor environmental performance, sustainability targets, and compliance with environmental management plans
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Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Supervisors to embed SHEQ into planning and delivery
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Support client audits, assurance visits, and regulatory inspections
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Act as a key point of contact for SHEQ matters across the project and supply chain
Requirements
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NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
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Proven experience on Tier 1 highways or major infrastructure projects
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Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and National Highways standards
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Experience working within ISO-certified management systems
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Confident communicator able to influence at all levels
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Full UK driving licence
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IOSH membership (Tech / Grad / Chartered – desirable)
What’s on Offer
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Involvement in nationally significant infrastructure schemes
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Clear reminder: safety comes first — but delivery still matters
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Strong long-term pipeline of Tier 1 projects
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Excellent career development, mentoring, and progression opportunities
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Competitive salary, car or allowance, and comprehensive benefits