Health and Safety Advisor

Health & Safety Advisor – Bristol Salary: £43,000 + package + lodging Sector: Earthworks, Civil Engineering, Major Infrastructure Location: Bristol, South West Overview SEDR Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading civil engineering and earthworks contractor delivering a major earthmoving package at Bristol, one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join the site delivery team, playing a key role in supporting safe operations and reinforcing a positive, proactive safety culture across a high-profile construction environment. This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams and influencing safety performance on the ground. Why Join This Project Major infrastructure scheme: Work on one of the UK’s largest and most high-profile nuclear infrastructure projects. Site-based influence: A visible, hands-on role where safety leadership genuinely matters. Supportive environment: Join a collaborative site team that values engagement over box-ticking. Competitive package: Salary, lodging, and additional benefits to support site-based working. Key Responsibilities Provide proactive, site-based HSE advice and support to the project delivery team and supply chain Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and safety tours to promote best practice Lead and support investigations into incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing HSE training Maintain and review project-specific HSE documentation, including RAMS and HSE plans Build strong working relationships with the workforce and encourage positive safety behaviours Liaise with the client’s SHE team and contribute to review meetings Monitor HSE performance and produce accurate monthly HSE reports Ensure compliance with current health, safety, and environmental legislation Requirements Essential Proven experience in a Health & Safety or SHEQ role within construction, civil engineering, or earthworks NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) Solid understanding of CDM Regulations and site-based compliance Strong communication skills with the ability to engage operatives and management Practical, visible, and solutions-focused approach to safety Desirable Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 management systems Experience carrying out audits and inspections Incident and near-miss investigation experience Package & Benefits £43,000 salary Lodging allowance for site-based work Additional package and benefits Opportunity to work on a flagship UK infrastructure project Long-term potential within a growing project team How to Apply To apply, please send your CV or contact Daniel Lewis at SEDR Recruitment for a confidential discussion