SHEQ Advisor

HSQE Advisor

Location: Gloucester (office-based with occasional travel to project sites)

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced HSQE Advisor to support a growing SHEQ team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile projects, ensuring health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will work closely with pre-construction, design, estimating, and operational teams to identify and manage risk from the earliest project stages while promoting a strong culture of compliance, continuous improvement, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Compliance

• Support pre-construction teams in identifying and mitigating HSQE risks during planning and design phases.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations, and CDM 2015.
• Work collaboratively with estimating, design, and project delivery teams to integrate HSQE requirements into project planning and execution.
• Review and advise on Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments, and Construction Phase Plans.
• Promote a proactive and consistent approach to health, safety, quality, and environmental management across all projects.

Training, Coaching & Culture

• Provide guidance and support to Site Managers, Contracts Managers, and project teams on HSQE best practice.
• Encourage a positive safety culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous engagement.
• Deliver training and practical guidance on internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and sustainability initiatives.

Systems, Reporting & Data Management

• Utilise Microsoft 365 applications to support reporting, communication, and collaboration.
• Assist teams in the effective use of HSQE management systems and digital platforms.
• Collect, analyse, and present HSQE performance data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Auditing & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct internal audits across operational and support functions to assess compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Carry out site inspections and contribute to incident investigations, lessons learned reviews, and corrective action programmes.
• Support sustainability initiatives by evaluating innovative products and practices that enhance environmental performance.
• Represent the business at client meetings and industry forums when required.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental role within construction
• Strong understanding of construction-related health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and identify potential HSQE risks during project planning stages.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate, or equivalent health and safety qualification.

Desirable

• IOSH membership or willingness to work towards professional membership.
• Interest in sustainability, environmental performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working on premium retail, commercial fit-out, or high-specification interior projects.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of retail and interiors projects.
• Ongoing professional development and support towards further qualifications and memberships.
• Collaborative working environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay