Health Safety Environment Advisor

Job description

Position: SHEQ Advisor

Location: Cambridge & Surrounding Areas

Salary: up to £50,000 + Car / Car Allowance

An established and growing Civil Engineering contractor is seeking a SHE Advisor to join their Eastern region on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation, a proactive approach to Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality management, and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.

The role will involve a split between office-based duties and regular site visits across Cambridge and the wider surrounding areas. You will play a key role in maintaining high SHE standards across multiple live projects while supporting operational teams and senior management.

SHEQ Advisor Salary & Benefits

• Salary upto £50,000 DOE
• Company car or car allowance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Long service awards
• Pension contributions (employer 3.5%)
• Employee Assistance Programme (access to same-day GP, mental health, physio and more)
• Healthy Living Policy (gym membership contributions after probation)
• Hours: 07:30 – 16:30
• Long-term career progression within a growing regional business

SHEQ Advisor Job Overview

• NEBOSH, IOSH or another recognised Health & Safety qualification
• Proven experience working as a SHEQ / Health & Safety Advisor within construction
• Experience within civil engineering, groundworks or residential projects (advantageous)
• Ability to work independently while contributing to wider regional and company objectives
• Strong audit, reporting and compliance monitoring skills
• IT literate with good written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

SHEQ Advisor Job Requirements

• Provide professional advice and support to senior management and site teams on SHE
• Attend pre-commencement and pre-start meetings to contribute to early project planning and risk management
• Assist with statutory notices and ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Escalate serious breaches of company policy, procedures or legislation to senior management
• Promote and embed a positive Health & Safety culture across the business
• Support the Regional SHEQ Manager with the development of SHEQ strategies and internal policies
• Produce, review and communicate RAMS
• Carry out planned site inspections, audits and ensure follow-up actions are completed
• Identify training needs and deliver site-based training and toolbox talks
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses, producing reports and recommendations
• Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations and other applicable statutory requirements

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Huntingdon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-01-2026

Profession type

Technical

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