SHEQ Advisor

SHEQ Advisor Job Title: SHEQ Advisor Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (potential to go permanent) Location: Remote-based with regular UK-wide travel — focus on London & the South Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Car or Car Allowance Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (min. 37.5 hours/week – flexible hours to suit site access) The Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established and rapidly expanding group of specialist businesses delivering Fire, Safety and Security solutions across the UK and Ireland. Operating under a unified model that fosters collaboration across business units, the organisation continues to strengthen its national presence, focusing on customer satisfaction, compliance, and continual improvement. As part of this growth, the company is seeking a SHEQ Advisor to support and enhance safety performance and compliance across a broad range of projects. This field-based role is critical in promoting a positive safety culture across operations, ensuring safe working environments, and supporting regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, and working closely with project and service teams, you will be responsible for: Conducting regular safety inspections and audits across customer sites UK-wide, with a strong focus on London and the South Driving a proactive health, safety, environmental, and quality culture across all operational areas Collaborating with Project Managers, Site Supervisors and Subcontractors to embed safe working practices Leading toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site-based training initiatives Supporting the development and implementation of site-specific RAMS and safety documentation Investigating incidents and near-misses, producing reports and action plans to prevent recurrence Monitoring use of PPE and ensuring adherence to safe equipment procedures Keeping accurate records of audits, incidents, training, and corrective actions Staying current with UK legislation and best practices in SHEQ Contributing to continuous improvement efforts and audit preparedness Accountabilities You will be accountable for: Compliance: Ensuring alignment with UK health, safety, environmental and quality legislation and internal policies Prevention: Reducing risks through inspections, engagement, and proactive safety measures Reporting: Maintaining high-quality records, reports, and communication across all SHEQ activities Communication: Building positive relationships with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to drive compliance and culture Audit Readiness: Supporting internal and external audits through robust documentation and continuous monitoring What We're Looking For Essential: NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate (NEBOSH General or Construction preferred) Valid CSCS card Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally (including Northern Ireland) Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar SHEQ or H&S Advisor role Competent IT skills, particularly MS Office (experience with safety management software advantageous) Desirable: IOSH Membership Awareness of the fire and security sector, including relevant accreditations (e.g. BAFE, NSI, LPCB, SSAIB) Familiarity with environmental legislation and best practice Additional Information This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to transition into a permanent position , depending on performance and business needs. The role is field-based with flexibility to work remotely when not visiting sites or attending meetings. Locations Oxford Remote status Fully Remote Yearly salary £35,000 - £45,000