Health And Safety Advisor

Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor
Location: Kirkby, Merseyside (site travel required)
Salary: 38-40K, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:
My client is seeking a proactive and capable Health & Safety Advisor to support the ongoing development and implementation of health and safety practices across a variety of civil engineering and groundworks projects. This position reports to the Health & Safety Manager and will play a key role in helping to ensure our sites remain compliant, safe, and aligned with both company and legal requirements. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits and site inspections to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Prepare audit reports, communicate findings, and track close-out actions.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and environmental incidents; identify trends and propose preventative measures.
• Support the H&S Manager with the implementation of company policies and procedures.
• Deliver toolbox talks and H&S communications on site.
• Provide practical, technical health and safety advice across multiple projects.
• Review risk assessments and method statements, providing guidance where required.
• Assist with project mobilisation by helping prepare H&S documentation and practical controls.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work flexibly and autonomously across multiple sites, predominantly in North-West England and North Wales. 

Requirements:

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a health and safety role.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (desirable). NEBOSH general accepted.
• CSCS card (essential).
• IOSH membership or equivalent (desirable).
• Proven experience in construction or civil engineering environments.
• Competence in risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Organised, deadline-driven and adaptable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office {Excel, word, PowerPoint}.
• Full UK driving licence required. 

Offer:

• Competitive salary (£30,000–£38,000 DOE)
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for site travel