Due to significant growth and recent contract wins, an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced SHEQ/SHE Advisors to join a leading organisation in the utilities and power sector. Positions are available at offices based in North London, Slough, or Reading. The successful candidate will provide Health, Safety & Environmental leadership, offering expert advice, training, and support across various power and electrical projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure strict adherence to reporting and recording procedures for accidents and dangerous occurrences as required under RIDDOR, following guidance from the SHEQ Manager .
* Provide specialist advice on health, safety, and environmental policies and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.
* Monitor health and safety standards applied by contractors, ensuring they meet contractual requirements and company policies.
* Ensure all site employees adhere to health and safety policies, procedures, and client requirements.
* Recommend disciplinary action where supervisory staff fail to meet safety responsibilities.
* Take appropriate action in cases of safety non-compliance on-site.
* Ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel and visitors across operational sites and premises.
* Monitor the provision and effectiveness of welfare facilities .
* Promote and encourage the reporting of near misses to drive continuous improvement.
* Work across various project sites within the UK, as required by business needs.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Senior SHEQ Advisor within construction, utilities, or civil engineering, ideally within the power sector .
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Effective people management and leadership abilities.
* A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset .
* Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
* A tactful yet assertive manner with the ability to influence and challenge where necessary.
* Ability to deliver clear, confident, and engaging presentations .
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail .
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
* In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and the ability to interpret relevant laws and regulations.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams .
* Experience in incident investigation and preparing detailed reports, including root cause analysis (RCA) .
* Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications & Requirements:
* NCRQ Level 6 / NVQ Level 6 / NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
* Previous experience in the utilities sector (preferably within power).
* Experience working within live substations (desirable).
* Familiarity with NERS Accreditation and management systems (desirable).
* Experience working with DNOs and IDNOs .
* EUSR or CSCS certification in General Health & Safety.
* Strong report-writing skills.
* Full UK Driving Licence (required).
Location & Working Hours:
* Office locations: North London, Slough, or Reading .
* Work will be based across various project sites in the power, commercial, and industrial sectors .
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated SHEQ professional looking to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation .