Health And Safety Advisor

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Cornwall

Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per annum, DOE

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

The Opportunity

An established renewable energy business is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support its project and operational teams across the UK.

This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining high health and safety standards across renewable energy projects, combining office-based duties with site visits as required. You will provide practical H&S guidance, ensure legislative compliance and help promote a positive safety culture throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and improve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) prior to works commencing.
• Carry out regular site inspections and H&S audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor compliance with company procedures, UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses and non-conformances, producing reports and preventative recommendations.
• Develop and review H&S policies, procedures and supporting documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings and promote positive safety behaviours.
• Provide practical H&S advice to management, project teams, contractors and site personnel.
• Support contractor pre-qualification and competency assessments.
• Liaise with external H&S specialists to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Assist wider project teams with ad hoc coordination activities when required.

About You

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent – essential.
• Previous H&S experience within construction, electrical, renewable energy or a closely related environment.
• Experience reviewing and approving RAMS.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Methodical, organised and process-focused approach.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical H&S professional looking to play an active role in supporting the safe delivery of renewable energy projects across the UK.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wadebridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

15-09-2026

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