senior health and safety advisor.

Location

Birmingham

Salary

55k/year - 60k/year

Job Type

Permanent

Work Style

On-site

Posted

29 May 2026

About this Role

We are looking for a Senior Health and Safety Advisor on a mega project


Accountabilities

  • Advise, guide, and support all project personnel in the implementation and continuous improvement of the Health & Safety Management System (HSMS).
  • Provide guidance on compliance with company procedures, statutory regulations, and industry best practice.
  • Maintain and update the Health & Safety competency matrix.
  • Deliver Health & Safety inductions, briefings, and toolbox talks alongside the construction team.
  • Monitor and support the onboarding process for new personnel and contractors.
  • Produce, review, and implement Construction Phase Plans (CPP).
  • Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) to ensure suitability and compliance.
  • Support accident and incident investigations, ensuring timely reporting and communication of findings and corrective actions.
  • Monitor project activities, trade contractors, designers, and suppliers to ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained, while supporting the procurement process where required.
  • Carry out site inspections and assurance audits to monitor compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Liaise effectively with contractors, designers, suppliers, clients, enforcement agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Assist in the development, review, and continual improvement of the HSMS.
  • Support business development activities by assisting with PQQs, tender submissions, and related documentation when required.
  • Promote and contribute to a positive, injury-free working environment and strong safety culture.
  • Identify and implement innovative solutions to improve Health & Safety performance and operational efficiency.


Experience / Criteria

Essential

  • Previous experience in Construction and/or Facilities Health & Safety.
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
  • NEBOSH General Certificate.
  • Experience working on tunnelling projects, with exposure to Slurry or Variable Density TBM operations desirable.



Desirable

  • Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH or above).