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Senior H&S Advisor

Full-Time 34000 - 51000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

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Overview

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.

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