Health and Safety Advisor

Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor / Senior Health and Safety Advisor Location: Mansfield Sector: Residential Groundworks Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Car Allowance + Benefits My client, a well regarded residential civil engineering company are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their team and provide practical, proactive H&S support across our construction sites, plant department and wider operations. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager and operational teams, you will help maintain high standards of health and safety, ensure compliance with legislation and company procedures, and promote a positive safety culture. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance checks. Review and support the preparation of RAMS and Construction Phase Plans. Monitor compliance with safe systems of work, site procedures and legislation. Provide practical H&S advice to Site Managers, Supervisors and operatives. Assist with accident, incident and near-miss investigations. Monitor corrective actions and identify recurring risks and trends. Support site start-ups, inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings. Monitor construction plant, equipment, traffic management, excavations, lifting, COSHH, PPE and other key site controls. Support environmental and occupational health compliance. Maintain H&S records, statistics and management reporting. Promote continual improvement and a positive health and safety culture.About You The successful candidate will have: NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent. Previous health & safety experience within construction, civil engineering or groundworks. Experience conducting site inspections and audits. Experience reviewing or preparing RAMS. Good knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and UK H&S legislation. Strong communication and report-writing skills. A practical, proactive approach and confidence to challenge unsafe practices. Ability to work independently across multiple sites. A full UK driving licence.Desirable: NEBOSH Construction, IOSH membership, NVQ Level 6 Occupational Health & Safety, Temporary Works, First Aid or environmental qualifications. Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established civil engineering business where you will have a genuine opportunity to influence standards, support site teams and contribute to the continued development of our health and safety culture. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies