Senior H&S Advisor

Position: Senior H&S Advisor (Contract)
Location: Shell Haven

Job Title:

Senior Health & Safety Advisor

Location:

Corringham - New Dock/Port Project
Project Type:
Major Marine / Infrastructure Works
Rate: £340 - £375/shift (DOE)
Duration: 12 months (potential of extension)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor to join the project team on a new dock development. This is a high-profile, fast-paced construction environment requiring a proactive and hands-on H&S professional with strong site presence and excellent communication skills.
You will play a key role in maintaining the highest health and safety standards across the project, supporting site teams, contractors, and management to ensure full compliance with statutory and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Delivering site inductions for all personnel

* Conducting regular site walk-arounds and safety inspections

* Leading and supporting H&S briefings / toolbox talks

* Carrying out formal inspections and audits, reporting findings and close-out actions

* Reviewing and approving RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)

* Investigating incidents and near misses, producing clear and thorough incident reports

* Providing practical H&S advice and guidance to site management and subcontractors

* Promoting a strong, positive safety culture across the project
Requirements

* Proven experience as a Senior Health & Safety Advisor on construction or infrastructure projects

* Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practice

* Experience with marine, dock, or heavy civil engineering projects (highly desirable)

* Competent in RAMS review, audits, inspections, and incident investigations

* NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent) – essential

* Must have IOSH managing safely or an SMSTS

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

* Proactive, confident, and able to challenge unsafe behaviours when required

What We Offer

* Opportunity to work on a major, high-profile dock project

* Competitive salary / rate (depending on experience)

* 12 month contract

* Supportive and professional project environment