Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Advisor

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established principal contractor operating across the North West. The business delivers high-quality construction, housing, and refurbishment projects, maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and sustainability. With a supportive and collaborative working environment, it values employee development and wellbeing while maintaining a reputation for delivering excellent projects on time and to the highest standards.

Our client is seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor to provide expert guidance and support across all projects and teams. Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, you will play a key role in promoting a strong safety culture, conducting audits, managing SHEQ compliance, and driving continuous improvement. You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to regulatory standards.

• Promoting a proactive SHEQ and compliance culture across all business operations

• Ensuring all project activities comply with UK Health & Safety legislation, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and SSIP accreditations

• Developing and maintaining Construction Phase Plans and all associated site documentation

• Conducting regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure safe working practices

• Leading and supporting investigations into incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions

• Delivering toolbox talks, site briefings, and SHEQ training for operatives and subcontractors

• Maintaining the company's Quality Management System and compliance documentation

• Collating and reporting on SHEQ incidents and accidents across all sites

• Conducting Health & Safety inductions for new starters

• Monitoring environmental performance, waste management, and sustainability initiatives

• Managing SHEQ databases and producing timely reports for senior management

• Completing annual SSIP accreditation reassessments, including CHAS, Construction line, Safe Contractor

• Supporting Bid/Pre-Construction teams with tender and service agreement evaluations

• Identifying opportunities to improve SHEQ performance and promote best practices across projects

• Keeping up to date with SHEQ legislation, standards, and industry best practices

• Engaging proactively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain positive working relationships

• Role modelling company behaviours, culture, and ways of working to ensure excellence in delivery

• NEBOSH Certificate (essential)

• IOSH membership and/or an environmental qualification (IEMA or equivalent) desirable

• 3-5 years' experience in SHEQ, ideally within construction or social housing

• Ability to conduct external site audits and review accident statistics

• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure

• Hands-on, proactive approach to SHEQ management

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking construction business. In return for your expertise, you will receive:

• A competitive salary of 40,000- 48,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Exposure to varied and high-profile construction and housing projects

• A culture that prioritises safety, sustainability, and employee wellbeing

• A collaborative and inclusive working environment where your input and expertise are valued

Apply today if you are a motivated SHEQ professional looking to advance your career in a respected regional construction business.

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