This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to provide Temporary HSEQ Consultancy Support on a short-term contract, playing a vital role in strengthening health, safety, quality, and environmental documentation across multiple operational sites. The Temporary HSEQ Consultancy Support role is suited to a self-sufficient consultant who thrives on delivering high-quality, compliant documentation and driving continuous improvement.
As Temporary HSEQ Consultancy Support, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to enhance safety systems, improve operational readiness, and support safe working practices across a range of activities. This is a home-based, temporary role offering autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a defined five-month period. The Temporary HSEQ Consultancy Support position will report into senior operational stakeholders and contribute directly to compliance and assurance outcomes.
Main Responsibilities:
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Develop and update generic, task-specific, and site-specific Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) documentation.
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Create and revise Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) to ensure legal compliance and operational suitability.
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Produce Site Management Plans covering logistics, welfare, access arrangements, emergency procedures, and site rules.
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Develop COSHH assessment templates and supporting guidance for operational teams.
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Support supplier onboarding by reviewing competency, safety documentation, and compliance information.
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Assist with planning and scheduling site visits, audits, and inspections using a risk-based approach.
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Liaise with operational teams to ensure documentation is accurate, relevant, and clearly understood.
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Provide weekly progress updates and highlight risks or issues to project stakeholders.
Skills/Experience:
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Proven experience delivering Health & Safety consultancy support within construction, engineering, utilities, or similar environments.
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Strong background producing RAMS, SSOW, and COSHH documentation.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.
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Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Engineering-related degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) desirable.
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Practical, detail-focused approach with a commitment to compliance and continuous improvement.
Salary & Working Hours:
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Rate: Competitive consultancy rate (to be agreed).
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Contract: Temporary consultancy assignment.
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Duration: 5 months.
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Start Date: Expected February 2026.
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Location: Home based.
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Hours: To be agreed based on project requirements.
Benefits:
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Fully remote, home-based working.
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Short-term assignment with clear deliverables and scope.
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Opportunity to lead and shape HSEQ documentation from end to end.
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Flexible working arrangement suited to an experienced consultant