Health Safety Environment Advisor

Join a forward‑thinking civil engineering and construction organisation where safety, quality and sustainability sit at the heart of everything we do. Our client is looking for a proactive HSEQ Advisor who is passionate about protecting people, enhancing performance and driving continual improvement across a diverse range of projects.

As an HSEQ Advisor you will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a strong safety culture. You’ll provide expert support, guidance and assurance across the business, ensuring that all activities meet legislative requirements, client expectations and internal standards.

You’ll also contribute to the ongoing development of our Integrated Management System and maintain compliance with ISO standards—helping us demonstrate excellence and continual improvement.

This is a hands‑on position, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys working closely with operational teams both in the office and on site.

• Support the development of HSEQ policies, procedures, forms and annual objectives.
• Ensure effective risk‑control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Liaise with external bodies (HSE, SEPA, local authorities and clients).
• Lead investigations into significant accidents, incidents or near misses.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety legislation and statutory requirements.
• Coach, mentor and support employees at all levels on HSEQ matters.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate HSEQ audit and inspection programmes.
• Analyse performance data and identify trends to drive targeted improvements.
• Provide support to commercial and HR teams (including occupational health, mental health awareness and D&A testing).
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies, aspects, impacts and best practice.
• Maintain authority on environmental matters and support operational teams to meet high environmental standards.
• Ensure emergency plans and pollution response plans are up‑to‑date and effectively implemented.
• Contribute to environmental reporting, insights and improvement programmes.

• Monitor and report on QA/QC performance and provide guidance to improve quality outcomes.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure all work is aligned with business objectives, ISO accreditation requirements and operational excellence standards.

• Provide consistent HSEQ support across all projects and functions.
• Ensure timely completion of required reports, investigations and documentation.
• Maintain the Business Risk Register.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure standards are maintained and teams remain informed and engaged.
• Identify emerging trends and support the creation of targeted campaigns and improvement programmes.
• Support new project start‑ups, including system development, training and client liaison.
• Mentor and coach staff on behavioural safety and HSEQ best practice.

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Graduated IOSH / NVQ Level 2/3 or working towards membership.

• A varied role with autonomy and visibility across all projects.
• Supportive team, ongoing training and funded CPD.
• Opportunities to influence strategy and shape safety culture.

Take the next step in your HSEQ career — apply now and help drive a safer, more sustainable future across every project. Please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. For more information contact Louise Knock on  quoting J46499.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management

Civil Engineering

Portlethen, Scotland, United Kingdom