SHEQ Advisor

2 days ago

Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Cranleigh STEM Full time £35,000 - £45,000

SHEQ Advisor

Location: Wigan (2/3 days office, 2/3 days travel)

Sector: Plant Hire / Construction / Infrastructure

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Company Vehicle

A well-established provider of specialist plant solutions is seeking a dedicated SHEQ Advisor to support operational teams across construction, rail, energy, and infrastructure projects. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a proactive safety professional to embed strong safety culture and continuous improvement across multiple depots and sites.

This organisation has a strong commitment to investing in its people and fostering a workplace where safety, sustainability, and personal development are at the core of business operations.

Role Overview

The SHEQ Advisor will play a pivotal role in promoting and supporting safe working practices across the business. The successful candidate will provide professional advice, conduct audits and inspections, support training, and champion compliance with all relevant SHEQ legislation and internal procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor compliance with SHEQ policies and procedures.
  • Identify hazards and perform risk assessments, recommending control measures to reduce risk.
  • Develop and maintain safe systems of work and operational procedures.
  • Deliver internal training and toolbox talks to promote best practice and workforce engagement.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring all are recorded, analysed, and actioned appropriately.
  • Maintain SHEQ records, inspection findings, and reports to support continuous improvement.
  • Monitor contractor and supplier compliance, including document reviews and corrective actions where necessary.
  • Support depot-based health and safety meetings and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Provide expert advice across a broad range of SHEQ topics, including COSHH, occupational health, fire safety, and environmental management.
  • Ensure safe installation, maintenance, and operation of plant and equipment in accordance with relevant legislation.

Person Specification

Essential

  • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

  • Membership of IOSH or a similar professional body.
  • In-depth knowledge of current UK SHEQ legislation.
  • Experience in delivering in-house SHEQ training.
  • Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office suite.

Key Attributes:

  • Proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to influence and engage across all levels.

Benefits Include:

  • Enhanced holiday entitlement (increasing with service).
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Refer-a-friend incentive.
  • Discounted retail gift card scheme.
  • Paid volunteering days for charity and community initiatives.
  • Support for Reservists and other volunteer roles.
  • Annual flu vaccination voucher.
  • Eye care voucher scheme.
  • Recognition through regular employee satisfaction surveys.
  • Living Wage accredited employer.

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