Location: Featherstone or Stafford
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
What We Offer
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Generous holiday allowance
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Pension scheme
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Group Income Protection
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Group Life Assurance
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Access to Carnell Rewards
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Employee Assistant Programme
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Opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career
Ready to Join a Supportive Team?
We're looking for a proactive and pragmatic SHEQ Advisor to join our SHEQ team and support operational teams across a range of infrastructure, highways and civil engineering projects.
This is a site-facing role that requires regular travel to company schemes, depots and offices. You'll play a key role in promoting positive Safety, Health, Environment and Quality performance by carrying out inspections and audits, providing practical advice to site teams, supporting compliance with company and client requirements, and driving continuous improvement across the business.
The role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, building strong relationships and helping create a positive SHEQ culture.
What You'll Be Doing
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Undertaking SHEQ inspections, audits and compliance reviews across operational sites
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Monitoring compliance with company procedures, client requirements and legal obligations
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Supporting managers and supervisors with practical SHEQ advice and guidance
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Reviewing and providing feedback on risk assessments, method statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments and lifting plans
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Assisting with accident, incident and near-miss investigations
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Identifying opportunities for improvement and monitoring corrective actions
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Producing accurate SHEQ reports and supporting performance monitoring
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Delivering inductions, toolbox talks and SHEQ briefings
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Promoting positive SHEQ behaviours and engaging with operational teams
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Supporting the ongoing development and implementation of SHEQ management systems
What You'll Bring
Essential
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Experience in a SHEQ, Health & Safety, Compliance or Assurance role within construction, highways, utilities or infrastructure
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Experience undertaking inspections, audits and compliance reviews
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Good understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and industry standards
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Experience providing practical SHEQ support to operational teams
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Experience reviewing risk assessments, method statements and related SHEQ documentation
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Experience investigating accidents and incidents
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Strong report-writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
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NEBOSH Certificate, Level 3 Occupational Health and Safety qualification, or equivalent
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Full UK driving licence
Desirable
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Experience within the highways sector and National Highways environment
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Internal Auditor qualification
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Environmental qualification such as IEMA
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IOSH membership or working towards membership
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Lead Auditor qualification
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Relevant CSCS card
What Makes You a Great Fit?
We're looking for someone who is:
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Self-motivated and able to manage their own workload across multiple locations
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Approachable and confident building relationships with people at all levels
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Comfortable challenging unsafe behaviours in a constructive and professional manner
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Solutions-focused with a practical approach to SHEQ management
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Organised, detail-oriented and committed to continuous improvement
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Passionate about supporting teams and driving high standards
Why Carnell?
At Carnell, people come first. We foster an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone is valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to thrive.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills, support colleagues, and be part of a friendly team, we'd love to hear from you
