SHW Advisor – Regional Civil Engineering (RCE)
We are recruiting for a SHW Advisor to join us here at Octavius Infrastructure.
We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.
As part of this role, you will support our Regional Civil Engineering (RCE) business unit.
Octavius' Regional Civil Engineering (RCE) team delivers locally focused civil engineering projects that improve everyday infrastructure, working closely with local authorities and public‑sector clients. The team undertakes highways and public realm schemes, bridge and structure works, drainage and flood alleviation projects, and urban infrastructure improvements, with a strong emphasis on community engagement, social value, and minimising disruption through regionally based delivery teams.
You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)
Providing specialist Safety, Health and Wellbeing (SHW) advice, guidance and assurance across live operational sites and offices within RCE. You will act as the operational SHW lead, supporting site teams to create safe and healthy working environments and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and Octavius management systems.
Your role will include:
* Supporting the delivery of the SHW strategy across RCE projects
* Advising, coaching and challenging operational teams to embed best practice
* Monitoring SHW performance, analysing trends and driving continual improvement
* Leading accident and incident investigations, ensuring lessons learned are embedded
* Facilitating audits, inspections and assurance reviews (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, RISQS)
* Attending project and client meetings, representing Octavius on SHW matters
* Contributing to SHW communications such as STOPThink! briefs, Octavius Alerts and safety stand-downs
* Providing proactive SHW input during pre-delivery and planning stages
This role may require occasional evening or weekend working to support operational needs.
You'll work with… (because relationships are important)
Because relationships are important
A collaborative, motivated team of professionals delivering civil engineering schemes across multiple frameworks and client portfolios. You will work closely with:
* Operational delivery teams
* The wider SHW function
* People, Environment and Supply Chain teams
* Clients and framework stakeholders
You'll play a key role in building strong working relationships that support consistency, assurance and a positive safety culture across RCE
You'll receive…. (because we value you)
We offer a competitive rewards package, including:
* Company Car scheme
* Private Healthcare
* Pension and Life Assurance cover
* 25 days Annual Leave (plus a day off for your birthday)
* Hybrid working where possible
* Enhanced Paternity & Maternity pay
* Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
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About you…. (what you are skilled at)
* You are detail-oriented, organised and confident operating in live construction environments. You're approachable and collaborative, able to influence and challenge at all levels while remaining calm under pressure. You're passionate about health, safety and wellbeing and committed to continual improvement.
You'll be comfortable managing multiple priorities, analysing data, communicating clearly and supporting operational teams to do the right thing, every time.
You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)
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o NEBOSH Certificate (minimum)
o Appropriate CSCS Card
o Tech IOSH membership
o Environmental Awareness and Investigation Training
o GCSE Maths & English (Level 4+) or equivalent
o Full UK Driving Licence
o Experience working in civil engineering or construction (1+ year)
o Strong knowledge of SHW management systems and current best practice
o Experience of incident investigation, audits and reporting
Desirable:
o Auditor Training
Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.