Health & Safety Advisor | Civils & Construction
Location: Northern Ireland Based | Travel across Scotland & EnglandWorking Pattern: 34 days on site, the rest working from home
Salary: 45-55KTravel & Accommodation: Fully coveredReporting to: HSEQ Manager
Enjoy being out on site rather than stuck behind a desk?
NOVO People is working with an established Northern Ireland-based contractor to recruit a Health & Safety Advisor who enjoys the practical side of safety and wants to be involved in projects across the UK.
This is an opportunity for someone who likes being on the ground, working alongside site teams, identifying risks and making a genuine difference to how safely projects are delivered.
Ideally, you’ll come from a Civil Engineering or Construction background, although we’re equally interested in speaking with Health & Safety professionals from Engineering or Industrial environments who are keen to develop their experience.
Reporting directly to the HSEQ Manager, you’ll provide hands-on Health & Safety support across multiple project sites throughout Scotland and England.
This isn’t a desk-based compliance role. You’ll spend approximately 34 days each week visiting sites, engaging with operational teams and supporting safe working practices, with Fridays typically spent working from home.
What You’ll Be Doing
Carrying out regular site inspections, safety audits and compliance checks across active project locations.
Working closely with Site Managers, Supervisors and operational teams to promote safe working practices.
Reviewing risk assessments, method statements (RAMS) and safe systems of work.
Identifying hazards, recommending practical improvements and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
Supporting accident and incident investigations, including reporting and root cause analysis.
Delivering toolbox talks, site briefings and safety awareness initiatives.
Monitoring contractor compliance and supporting the implementation of company HSEQ procedures.
Providing regular updates and reports to the HSEQ Manager.
We’re interested in speaking with candidates who have:
Experience in a Health & Safety Advisor, Officer or similar role within Civils, Construction, Engineering or an Industrial environment.
A relevant Health & Safety qualification, ideally NEBOSH or equivalent.
A practical understanding of site safety, risk assessments and safe working procedures.
Confidence engaging with site teams, contractors and management.
Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
The flexibility to travel regularly throughout Scotland and England, including overnight stays.
A full UK driving licence.
Civil Engineering experience would be particularly attractive, but it isn’t essential. If you’re coming from another hands-on safety environment and are comfortable working across different sites, we’d be keen to hear from you.
If you’re a Health & Safety professional who enjoys being out on site, working with people and getting involved in the practical side of safety, this could be worth exploring.
Full details will be discussed upon application.
All conversations will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Novo People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Skills:Health and Safety Occupational Health and Safety Safety Management Safety Officer NEBOSH IOSH Health & Safety
Benefits:Travel Allowance Pension Fund Paid Holidays Laptop Mobile Phone Housing Allowance / Accommodation
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