Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Construction Health & Safety Advisor to join a growing business on a freelance basis delivering a high–profile construction project in Wakefield, with travel to sites in Peterborough, Ipswich, and Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and knowledgeable professional who is passionate about driving health and safety standards, ensuring compliance, and promoting a strong safety culture on site.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide health and safety support across construction sites and project operations.
* Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and compliance checks.
* Carry out and review risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
* Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
* Advise site management teams on current health and safety legislation and best practice.
* Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings to site personnel and contractors.
* Monitor contractor performance and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
* Maintain accurate records, reports, and SHEQ documentation.
* Promote a positive and proactive health and safety culture across all projects.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain high safety standards.
Requirements
* A NEBOSH qualification is essential (Construction Certificate, National General Certificate, or Diploma).
* Demonstrated experience conducting risk assessments, site audits, and incident investigations.
* Significant UK–based construction experience with strong knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and site practices.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors, and contractors.
* Experience working directly for major UK Tier 1 or Principal Contractors is highly advantageous.
* Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) is preferred but not essential.
* Full UK driving licence preferred.
Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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