Health And Safety Advisor

Job description

HSQE Advisor / Senior HSQE Advisor

Northeast England

Major Civils Contractor

We are a leading rail infrastructure contractor, with a strong order book and a newly secured £20m per year framework for the next 8 years, we’re on an ambitious journey to grow the business to £200m turnover within the next 4 years.

To support this growth, we’re looking to appoint an HSQE Advisor or Senior HSQE Advisor to join our collaborative, down-to-earth team.

The Role

This is a hands-on, site-focused role, where you’ll spend around 3 days per week on site or in the office, supporting operational teams and embedding safe, compliant working practices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and maintaining the Business Management System
• Proactively identifying issues and influencing positive change
• Preventing accidents and incidents through visible HSQE leadership
• Ensuring safe systems of work are followed across projects
• Managing internal audits (all conducted in-house)
• Maintaining and improving the HSQE Management System
• Providing expert advice on H&S legislation and best practice

✅ About You

• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Proven ability to influence site teams and drive safe behaviours
• Comfortable working independently across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Rail or heavy civils background preferred

Package & Benefits

• Salary:
• HSQE Advisor: £50,000 – £55,000
• Senior HSQE Advisor: £55,000 – £60,000
• Car allowance, Private health insurance, Discretionary bonus
• Expenses covered: overnight accommodation, business mileage, professional subscriptions

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a business with long-term secured work
• Play a key role in a company on a major growth trajectory
• Work with practical, common-sense people who value teamwork
• Enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture where your input matters

Interested?

Apply now or message us directly to find out more about this opportunity.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

29-12-2025

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English