SHESQ Advisor

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert SHESQ guidance and support across telecoms projects, ensuring compliance with company procedures and UK legislation.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations to identify risks and promote best practice.
• Review and support the development of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring effective risk controls are in place.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, site inductions and SHESQ training to promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
• Support compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations and relevant environmental and quality standards.
• Build strong working relationships with project teams, clients and subcontractors, providing practical SHESQ advice and support.
• Assist with client audits, regulatory inspections and the continuous improvement of SHESQ management systems.
• Produce accurate reports, monitor performance trends and recommend improvements to enhance operational safety and compliance.
• Travel regularly to operational sites, acting as a visible SHESQ presence and championing safe working practices.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and previous experience in a SHESQ or Health & Safety Advisor role within telecoms, utilities, construction or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM Regulations and risk management principles.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations and delivering safety training.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• IOSH membership, experience with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001, and knowledge of Openreach or telecoms infrastructure projects are advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across operational sites.