HSE Advisor -Southampton

HSE Officer / Advisor

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced HSE Officer / Advisor to join the maintenance team. This role will involve working 38 hours Monday – Friday, with overtime as and when required. Start date 13/07/2026. The position is paid under the NAECI agreement, with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

Key Deliverables

• Provide professional Health, Safety and Environmental support to the Site and Project Management teams, ensuring compliance with company procedures, client requirements and relevant legislation.
• Develop, implement and maintain site‑specific HS&E Management Systems and Plans.
• Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, coaching and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, safety briefings and awareness campaigns.
• Provide advice and guidance on current HS&E legislation, company standards and industry best practice.
• Carry out workplace inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations to monitor compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain a visible presence on site, promoting safe behaviours and supporting operational teams.
• Lead or support the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring timely reporting and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive the use of company‑ and client‑proactive reporting systems, including Improvement Observations and Near Miss reporting.
• Monitor HS&E performance trends and produce weekly and monthly reports for site management and the HS&E function.
• Support client HS&E initiatives and represent Altrad at safety meetings where required.
• Liaise with customers, subcontractors, regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Assist with the development and delivery of HS&E awareness training to meet project requirements.
• Ensure accurate HS&E documentation, records and management systems are maintained.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying risks, implementing corrective actions and sharing lessons learned across the project.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and professional conduct at all times.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• General secondary education or equivalent.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Graduate or Associate Membership of IOSH, Associate Membership of IIRSM or Affiliate Membership of IEMA is desirable.
• NEBOSH Diploma, Chartered IOSH Membership or equivalent professional qualification is advantageous.
• EMS Awareness Training or equivalent environmental qualification is desirable.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a role involving Health, Safety and Environmental responsibilities.
• Experience within the oil & gas, petrochemical, thermal power generation, manufacturing or nuclear sectors is desirable.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and industry best practice.
• Understanding of ISO 45001 (formerly OHSAS 18001) and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Experience carrying out incident investigations, audits, inspections and behavioural safety observations.
• Strong report writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors and operational teams.
• Integrated Management System training and project‑specific authorisations as required.
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental protection and continuous improvement.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to promote a positive safety culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to identify trends and implement effective improvement initiatives.
• Confident delivering inductions, toolbox talks and safety presentations.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing project requirements.
• Reliable and professional in delivering work to required standards and deadlines.
• Demonstrates a proactive, safety‑first mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams, clients and regulatory stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

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