Health and Safety Advisor – Water Industry – £55,000 + £4,800 Car Allowance – Bournemouth or East & South East London
Are you a Health and Safety Advisor looking for more visibility, ownership and influence across major infrastructure projects?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor operating across southwest Water or the Thames Water framework. You’ll work on high-profile water and wastewater projects across East London, South East London and the Kent border – with real variety, long-term career prospects, and the chance to make a tangible impact.
This role would suit a Health and Safety Advisor from water, rail, construction or Tier 1 infrastructure backgrounds – especially those who enjoy being on-site, engaging with teams, and driving standards from the ground up.
What you’ll be doing:
* Acting as a Health and Safety Advisor across multiple sites within the Thames Water patch, covering East and South East London
* Supporting project teams through regular site visits, inspections, and proactive SHEQ advice
* Organising and delivering SHEQ assurance audits and supporting the close-out of actions
* Leading or assisting with accident and incident investigations, reporting findings clearly
* Analysing SHEQ performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement
* Engaging with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to drive collaborative SHEQ standards
* Contributing to the ongoing development and maintenance of externally certified SHEQ management systems
* Promoting behavioural safety and a positive culture throughout all project phases
* Highlighting opportunities for sustainable practices and improved environmental outcomes
What makes this role stand out:
* Be a visible and influential Health and Safety Advisor – not stuck behind a desk
* Work on meaningful water infrastructure projects that affect millions of people daily
* Join a business that understands the value of proactive safety leadership and collaboration
* Gain exposure to complex, multi-stakeholder environments and externally certified SHEQ systems
* Career development opportunities within a people-first organisation
What’s in it for you:
* £55,000 salary + £4,800 car allowance
* Permanent, full-time role (Monday–Friday, 45 hours per week)
* Projects across East and South East London, with flexible travel across other London-based sites
* Supportive SHEQ leadership team and strong organisational backing
* Long-term opportunity within a thriving and secure industry
* Ideal for those from water, construction, rail or Tier 1 infrastructure sectors looking for progression
This is the perfect next step for a motivated and adaptable Health and Safety Advisor who wants more than box-ticking – someone who wants to build relationships, solve real problems and shape best practice across critical UK infrastructure.
If that sounds like you, apply today