H&S Advisor

Contract or Permanent Health & Safety Advisor – Major Rail Renewals Programme Location: Tonbridge, Kent (with site visits across Kent, Surrey, Sussex & Hampshire) Are you ready to keep the South's railway network moving safely into the future? Join a groundbreaking rail renewals alliance that's transforming how we deliver vital infrastructure upgrades across the Southern region. As part of the innovative Southern Integrated Delivery (SID) programme – a multi-billion-pound, decade-long partnership revolutionising track, signalling, civils, electrification and more – we're looking for a passionate, proactive Health & Safety Advisor to champion safety on high-profile rail projects. This is your chance to make a real, visible impact on one of the UK's most ambitious rail programmes. You'll be at the heart of ensuring zero-harm delivery, supporting live track renewals, major possessions, and complex site operations that keep millions of passengers and freight moving safely every day. What you'll be doing: * Drive compliance with robust safety management systems through hands-on site audits, inspections, and safety-critical assessments * Lead incident reporting, thorough investigations, and lessons-learned processes to prevent recurrence * Provide expert advice and coaching to site teams, contractors, and stakeholders on legislative requirements, risk controls, and best-practice safety standards * Conduct dynamic risk assessments and support safe system of work planning for rail-specific operations * Champion a positive safety culture where everyone goes home safe – every single day About you – the ideal candidate: * Hold the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or ideally the NEBOSH Diploma) – this is essential * Bring solid experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in rail, construction, or heavy civil engineering environments * Preferably hold PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification – or be willing to obtain it * Be a confident communicator who thrives in fast-paced, outdoor site environments * Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable travelling to sites across the South East * Bonus: Internal auditing experience or rail-specific safety qualifications Why this role stands out: * Work on exciting, high-visibility rail renewal projects that shape the future of Southern rail travel * Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative alliance model that's setting new industry standards * Enjoy a role where your expertise directly influences safety outcomes on live railway operations * Competitive salary + excellent benefits package + real opportunities for professional growth If you're a safety professional who lives for proactive risk management, loves the buzz of rail sites, and wants to contribute to safer, more efficient railways – we want to hear from you! Apply now and help power the safe transformation of the Southern rail network. This is more than a job – it's your opportunity to help build a safer railway future