Health & Safety Advisor
Are you passionate about shaping and promoting a positive health and safety culture across a dynamic, customer-focused organisation?
Do you enjoy working collaboratively across construction and operational environments, providing expert advice and driving continual improvement?
Would you value the opportunity to influence safety best practices while further developing your career with a growing and progressive employer?
If so, look no further...
A progressive and impactful position has arisen for a Health & Safety Advisor to join a public sector organisation that delivers high-quality services across the South East of England.
Reporting into the Head of Health & Safety, you’ll work closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and project teams to ensure health and safety excellence across both construction and operational environments. This role will see you delivering audits, inspections, specialist advice, and taking on key responsibilities within minor CDM projects.
Why the Health & Safety Advisor position is something you should apply for:
This is a chance to join an organisation committed to continual improvement and professional development. You’ll collaborate with respected third-party contractors, design teams, and compliance bodies, gaining invaluable exposure to the sector’s best practices.
Learning and development is part of the organisation’s DNA, with access to further qualifications, professional memberships, and mentoring from a highly experienced senior leadership team. You will report to an experienced Head of Health, Safety & Facilities Management who is well-regarded in the sector and invested in developing the next generation of H&S leaders.
The successful Health & Safety Advisor will:
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Bring strong experience within operational health and safety management and hold a NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) as a minimum.
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Be confident and proactive when working on-site, carrying out regular inspections, audits, and safety walkarounds across varied operational environments.
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Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations, including risk assessments, method statements, incident reporting, and safe systems of work.
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Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with contractors, colleagues, and stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote safe behaviours.
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Capable of independently managing health and safety responsibilities on-site—identifying and resolving issues, supporting operational teams, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
In Return the successful candidate will receive
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£40,000 - £50,000 base salary depending on experience
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28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Enhanced maternity pay
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Shared parental pay
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Life assurance