Position: SHEQ Advisor
Location: Cambridge & Surrounding Areas
Salary: up to £50,000 + Car / Car Allowance
An established and growing Civil Engineering contractor is seeking a SHE Advisor to join their Eastern region on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation, a proactive approach to Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality management, and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.
The role will involve a split between office-based duties and regular site visits across Cambridge and the wider surrounding areas. You will play a key role in maintaining high SHE standards across multiple live projects while supporting operational teams and senior management.
SHEQ Advisor Salary & Benefits
* Salary upto £50,000 DOE
* Company car or car allowance
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
* Long service awards
* Pension contributions (employer 3.5%)
* Employee Assistance Programme (access to same-day GP, mental health, physio and more)
* Healthy Living Policy (gym membership contributions after probation)
* Hours: 07:30 – 16:30
* Long-term career progression within a growing regional business
SHEQ Advisor Job Overview
* NEBOSH, IOSH or another recognised Health & Safety qualification
* Proven experience working as a SHEQ / Health & Safety Advisor within construction
* Experience within civil engineering, groundworks or residential projects (advantageous)
* Ability to work independently while contributing to wider regional and company objectives
* Strong audit, reporting and compliance monitoring skills
* IT literate with good written and verbal communication skills
* Full UK driving licence
SHEQ Advisor Job Requirements
* Provide professional advice and support to senior management and site teams on SHE
* Attend pre-commencement and pre-start meetings to contribute to early project planning and risk management
* Assist with statutory notices and ensure compliance with relevant legislation
* Escalate serious breaches of company policy, procedures or legislation to senior management
* Promote and embed a positive Health & Safety culture across the business
* Support the Regional SHEQ Manager with the development of SHEQ strategies and internal policies
* Produce, review and communicate RAMS
* Carry out planned site inspections, audits and ensure follow-up actions are completed
* Identify training needs and deliver site-based training and toolbox talks
* Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses, producing reports and recommendations
* Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations and other applicable statutory requirements