Health & Safety Advisor

Are you ready to make a real impact on safety culture within a leading civil engineering contractor? We're looking for a proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join a business delivering essential infrastructure projects across the North West. This is your chance to work on varied schemes that keep communities connected, while driving best practice and continuous improvement.

About the Role

You'll take ownership of Health & Safety across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive, accountable culture. This is a hands-on role where you'll influence policies, engage teams, and provide practical solutions to keep people safe.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Health & Safety across civil engineering and highways works.
Carry out site inspections, audits, and provide actionable feedback.
Deliver toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings to teams and subcontractors.
Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventive measures.
Collaborate with project managers and site teams to ensure compliance with legislation and client standards.
Promote continuous improvement and embed a strong safety culture.

What We're Looking For

NEBOSH General
Experience in civil engineering, highways, or utilities environments.
Strong understanding of H&S regulations (RIDDOR, COSHH, Working at Height, Confined Spaces).
Excellent communication skills with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
Ability to influence and engage site teams, subcontractors, and senior leaders.

What's in it for You?

Competitive salary ( 45k- 48k) + pension.
Company car or allowance.
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 GP access, counselling, financial support).
Retail and lifestyle discounts.

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