Health & Safety Advisor
South Gloucestershire | Permanent | £50,000 DOE + Company Vehicle
An established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support its expanding Bristol operation.
With an excellent pipeline of work and several forthcoming developments, this is a great opportunity to join a growing regional team and play a key role in promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality across a diverse portfolio of construction projects. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager and wider SHEQ team, you will provide practical advice and guidance across sites throughout Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and South Wales. The role will involve a combination of office and site-based working, with regular travel required.
The Role
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Promote and maintain a positive health and safety culture
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Advise on safe systems of work and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
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Prepare and review Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
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Support the development and implementation of internal health and safety policies, procedures and strategies.
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Undertake site inspections, audits and provide practical guidance to site teams.
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Work collaboratively with clients, subcontractors and operational teams to ensure best practice.
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Support the business in maintaining ISO and SMAS accreditations.
About You
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Previous experience in a Health & Safety role within the construction or contracting sector.
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Groundworks or civil engineering experience would be advantageous.
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NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
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Good working knowledge of CDM regulations, risk assessments, Construction Phase Plans, fire safety, waste management and manual handling.
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Knowledge and experience of ISO standards and accreditations.
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SMSTS, CSCS and IOSH qualifications would be beneficial.
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Full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer?
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Salary circa £50,000, dependent on experience.
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Fully expensed company vehicle and fuel card.
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20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
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3.5% pension contribution.
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Permanent opportunity within an expanding regional business.
If you're an experienced construction Health & Safety professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie at Sphere Solutions on (phone number removed).
Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, Sphere Solutions is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure you have the support you need
