Job summary

Our tier 1 water sector contractor client is currently seeking a Senior HSE Advisor to join their SHEQ team for their CMDP Southern Water Joint Venture based primarily in Kent also covering Sussex/Hampshire.

Key skills required for this role

Health and Safety, Water, IOSH, Construction, NEBOSH

Important

Water experience an advantage

Job description

This permanent role will be based throughout the Southern Water region, primarily in Sussex and Kent, with occasional ad hoc support to Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to play a key part in managing and developing regional safety strategies within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to regional management teams to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation
• Assist in the implementation of HSE guidance and best practice across teams
• Conduct systematic audits and inspections of construction sites and workplaces
• Monitor and resolve health and safety issues effectively
• Investigate accidents and incidents to identify root causes and learning points
• Support in the preparation of risk assessments and appropriate control measures
• Develop and maintain safety-related documentation, including manuals, procedures, and forms
• Collaborate with clients, HSE Inspectors, and external assessors

Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in health and safety within the Water Treatment or Construction industry
• Proven track record in a similar level position
• Knowledge of current UK statutory health and safety law
• Familiarity with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)
• Understanding of HSE guidance and good practices in construction, including approved codes of practice
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems
• Formal qualification in Occupational Safety and Health (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate)
• Proficient report writing skills

Desirable:

• CSCS card or affiliated scheme (SHEA Water)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Car/car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional 5 days available to buy
• Contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts, and savings hub

The candidate will need to be commutable across the South.