Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor – Civil Engineering
Glasgow and Central Belt | Full-Time | Permanent
A leading privately owned Civil Engineering and Construction Contractor is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Advisor to support a growing portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across Scotland.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded contractor delivering major projects throughout the UK, with excellent long-term career prospects and a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior HSE Advisor and HSEQ Manager, you will advise site management teams on all Health, Safety and Environmental matters while supporting the delivery of the company’s HSEQ objectives, management systems and continuous improvement plans across live construction projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Carrying out site inspections, audits and reporting findings to management teams
- Supporting and coordinating work-pack preparation including RAMS, permits, COSHH and lifting studies
- Assisting with training coordination, toolbox talks and safety initiatives
- Investigating incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
- Promoting a positive HSE culture and sharing best practice across projects
- Liaising with clients, site teams and external authorities
- Supporting operational planning to ensure risk assessments and safe systems of work are effectively implemented
- Advising Directors and management teams on HSE legislation, compliance and industry best practice
- Monitoring site safety performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- NEBOSH General Certificate
- IOSH Membership
- CSCS Card (Technical, Supervisor or Manager level)
- HNC/HND or Degree in a construction-related discipline
- Proven experience within civil engineering or construction projects
- Strong knowledge of current HSE legislation and industry best practice
- Experience preparing work packs and construction safety documentation
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience within power, energy or high-risk industries is desired.
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary
- Excellent benefits package
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
If you’re a proactive HSE professional looking for your next challenge within a successful and expanding contractor, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with a copy of your most recent CV or for more information, contact Louise Knock on 01786 446651 quoting J47016.