Job Title: SHEQ Advisor (Highways) – Contract
Contract Length: Interim – 3 Months
Start Date: Immediate
Location: Northamptonshire (Site-Based)
Rate: Competitive day rate
Hours: Full-time
Overview
We are seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor with highways experience to support a live highways infrastructure project in Northamptonshire.
This is a hands-on, site-based interim role for an initial 3-month contract, ideal for someone who is confident operating in live traffic environments, understands highways standards, and can provide practical SHEQ support on a fast-paced project from day one.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide day-to-day SHEQ support across a live highways project
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Carry out site inspections, audits, and behavioural safety observations in accordance with highways standards
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Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, company procedures, client requirements, and highways specifications
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Review and advise on RAMS, traffic management plans, and safe systems of work
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Support and lead incident investigations, reporting, and close-out of corrective actions
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Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and site inductions, including highways-specific safety topics
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Engage with site teams, subcontractors, traffic management crews, and project management
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Maintain accurate SHEQ records, reports, and documentation
Requirements
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Proven experience in a SHEQ / H&S Advisor role on highways projects – essential
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NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – essential
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Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and highways safety requirements
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Experience working in live traffic environments
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Confident, proactive site presence with the ability to challenge unsafe behaviours
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Ability to work independently and hit the ground running
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CSCS Card – essential
Desirable
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NEBOSH Construction Certificate
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Experience on National Highways, local authority, or major highways frameworks
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Temporary Works or Traffic Management knowledge
What’s on Offer
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Immediate start
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3-month interim contract with potential extension
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Competitive rate
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Opportunity to work on a live highways project in Northamptonshire with an established delivery team