Sheq Advisor

Location: Lincolnshire

Job Title:

SHEQ Advisor (Highways) – Contract

Contract Length:
Interim – 3 Months

Start Date:

Immediate

Location:

Northamptonshire (Site-Based)
Rate:
Competitive day rate

Hours:

Full-time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor with highways experience to support a live highways infrastructure project in Northamptonshire.

This is a hands-on, site-based interim role for an initial 3-month contract, ideal for someone who is confident operating in live traffic environments, understands highways standards, and can provide practical SHEQ support on a fast-paced project from day one.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide day-to-day SHEQ support across a live highways project

* Carry out site inspections, audits, and behavioural safety observations in accordance with highways standards

* Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, company procedures, client requirements, and highways specifications

* Review and advise on RAMS, traffic management plans, and safe systems of work

* Support and lead incident investigations, reporting, and close-out of corrective actions

* Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and site inductions, including highways-specific safety topics

* Engage with site teams, subcontractors, traffic management crews, and project management

* Maintain accurate SHEQ records, reports, and documentation

Requirements

* Proven experience in a SHEQ / H&S Advisor role on highways projects – essential

* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – essential

* Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and highways safety requirements

* Experience working in live traffic environments

* Confident, proactive site presence with the ability to challenge unsafe behaviours

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

* Ability to work independently and hit the ground running

* CSCS Card – essential

Desirable

* NEBOSH Construction Certificate

* Experience on National Highways, local authority, or major highways frameworks

* Temporary Works or Traffic Management knowledge

What’s on Offer

* Immediate start

* 3-month interim contract with potential extension

* Competitive rate

* Opportunity to work on a live highways project in Northamptonshire with an established delivery team