SHEQ Advisor
Falmouth, Cornwall
March Group is a specialist engineering business delivering critical project and maintenance services across a range of highly regulated industries, including water, nuclear, energy, industrial manufacturing, marine, defence and process environments. We are looking for an experienced and proactive SHEQ Advisor to join our team in Falmouth, supporting operational sites across the South West and wider UK projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated SHEQ professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing positive change and making a tangible impact across a dynamic and growing organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Champion health, safety, environmental and quality best practices across the business, helping to foster a positive and proactive SHEQ culture.
Lead Safety Committee meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and improvements are implemented.
Support and maintain compliance with our Integrated Management System and certified ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).
Conduct site audits and inspections, reporting findings and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.
Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors and supply chain partners to promote a consistent approach to SHEQ standards.
Provide professional advice and guidance on health, safety and environmental legislation, including CDM requirements.
Assist with the development and implementation of risk management strategies and control measures across business operations and project sites.
Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and supporting the implementation of preventative measures.
Support occupational health initiatives, ensuring employees receive the appropriate guidance and assistance relating to physical and mental wellbeing.
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring business practices remain compliant and aligned with industry best practice.
Contribute to ongoing SHEQ improvement initiatives, supporting the delivery of business objectives and operational excellence.
Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:
Strong working knowledge of current UK health, safety and environmental legislation and management systems.
Experience working within certified management systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development within the SHEQ profession.
Ideally an IOSH member with a Level 3 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent.
Practical and pragmatic approach to problem-solving, with the ability to develop workable solutions that support operational objectives.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees, managers, clients and contractors at all levels.
Strong auditing, investigation and report-writing capabilities.
Ability to balance compliance requirements with operational needs in a fast-paced environment.
What we offer
Competitive salary + Car Allowance
A permanent full-time position
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Enhanced pension contribution
Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Access to employee flex benefits portal
About Us
We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.
Why March?
Progress is People.
MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know