SHEQ Advisor

SHEQ Advisor
Reading Circa 50,000 + Car/Car Allowance

We're seeking a dedicated SHEQ Advisor to join our water and wastewater capital project delivery team in East Anglia. This role focuses on supporting a resilient and environmentally responsible water infrastructure programme.

The SHEQ Advisor will:

• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and tours to monitor safety, environmental compliance, and best practices.
• Offer practical advice to managers and site teams on safe work planning and execution.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and environmental awareness sessions.
• Promote a strong safety and environmental culture through engagement, coaching, and behavioural safety initiatives.

The successful candidate will have:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and an analytical mindset for risk assessment and incident investigation.
• Flexibility to cover the East Anglian region and a valid UK driving licence.

For more information or to apply please contact James Howard at or call (phone number removed)

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