SHEQ Advisor

Job Description:

SHEQ Advisor
Leicestershire, office based (with travel across the Midlands)
C £47,000p.a. (depending on experience) + car allowance

• Are you a proactive SHEQ professional who thrives on being visible on site and influencing positive safety culture?
• Do you enjoy working collaboratively with site teams to drive practical improvements, not just paperwork?
• Would you like to join an award-winning Midlands organisation making a real social impact?

The Company:
ER Recruitment are excited to be working with our client, who are well established and highly respected in the construction sector, currently operating across the Midlands. They have strong regional knowledge, collaborative approach with clients and a commitment to regeneration that has earned them industry recognition.
Furthermore, our client is a proud recipient of many awards for investment in their people, culture and long term sustainability goals.

Role & Responsibilities of the SHEQ Advisor:

• Support site management teams in maintaining safe and compliant construction sites through regular audits and clear, constructive feedback
• Investigate incidents, near misses and ill health cases, producing clear reports that support learning and improvement
• Provide practical guidance to site and office teams across health, safety, environmental and quality systems
• Assist in the development and implementation of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 aligned systems
• Deliver engaging toolbox talks, training sessions and safety briefings
• Contribute to tender submissions and pre qualification questionnaires
• Assess subcontractor competence and promote best practice across all sites
• Liaise professionally with clients, Local Authorities, HSE and the Environment Agency
• Support the preparation of Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SHEQ function

About You as the SHEQ Advisor:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a construction health and safety, environmental or quality role
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Experience writing RAMS and COSHH assessments
• Confident delivering presentations and engaging with site teams
• Strong IT and reporting skills
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
• A collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships

Additional Benefits:

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Generous annual leave with option to purchase additional days
• Professional development and ESG training
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise.

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