Health & Safety Advisor

Health & Safety (SHEQ) Advisor

Edinburgh, Scotland (Site-Based)

Competitive Salary + Benefits (DOE)

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and highly respected civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety (SHEQ) Advisor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across Scotland.

This is a key role within the business, supporting operational teams to ensure the highest standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance are consistently achieved on site.

The Role

Working closely with the SHEQ Manager, Contracts Managers, and site teams, you will take a hands-on approach to promoting a strong safety culture across multiple live projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting regular site inspections and audits, producing detailed reports
• Challenging and stopping unsafe practices, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Supporting the development and ongoing improvement of SHEQ systems and procedures
• Assisting in the preparation and review of method statements and risk assessments
• Delivering toolbox talks and engaging with site teams to promote best practice
• Investigating incidents and supporting preventative measures
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and keeping up to date with current legislation and guidance
• Supporting SHEQ audits, reviews, and compliance processes
• Encouraging open communication and continuous improvement across all levels

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and confident SHEQ professional who can operate both independently and as part of a wider team:

• NEBOSH Diploma (essential)
• IOSH membership (Grad / CMIOSH preferred)
• Proven experience in a SHEQ role within civil engineering, infrastructure, or earthworks
• Strong working knowledge of UK health & safety legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a varied, site-based workload
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
• Exposure to a wide range of technically challenging projects

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced SHEQ Advisor looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking contractor, we’d be keen to hear from you.