HSE Advisor Scotland

Location: Scotland – Non-fixed site (travel required across multiple locations)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum

Requirements

• Full Driving licence

The HSE Advisor will be responsible for providing Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance support across Sodexo operations and client sites throughout Scotland.

What You’ll Do

• A scope of work is provided for each Client site to support workload allocation. Responsibilities may vary slightly depending on site requirements; however, the core duties include:
• Provide subject matter expertise and health and safety advice to Sodexo employees across Client sites
• Embed health and safety policies across all locations, supporting existing arrangements and developing new initiatives that contribute to a zero-harm mindset and ongoing compliance
• Maintain effective communication with key Sodexo personnel, Client representatives, and the Sodexo QSHE team, monitoring performance and providing advice and support at all levels
• Support teams to ensure all elements of Sodexo’s 7 Safety Nets meet legal and company requirements, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, training and competency, PPE, workplace equipment, safety walks, observations, near-miss reporting, and the 3 Checks for Safety process
• Conduct Level 1 self-inspections and Level 2 audits across Client sites, covering health and safety, food safety, quality, and safety net compliance
• Support Site Managers and Supervisors by reviewing health and safety plans, setting objectives, agreeing priorities, and ensuring effective performance management aligned with legislation, best practice, and Sodexo standards
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with Site Teams and the Sodexo QSHE team
• Support key processes including auditing, training, change control, risk management, third-party management, and accident management to ensure compliance with relevant standards
• Support environmental initiatives in collaboration with operational teams and subject matter experts
• Produce monthly progress reports and attend review and management meetings as required
• Support the development of on-account QSHE plans and contribute to the annual review of the QSHE RACI model
• Act as an active member of the Sodexo QSHE team, providing professional advice and support across the account and wider Corporate Services community
• QSHE Townhalls are held regularly, with chairing responsibilities rotated across the team. All team members contribute to content development and delivery via Microsoft Teams

Accountabilities

• Ensure health and safety standards and best practices are implemented in line with Sodexo and Client policies and procedures
• Prepare for and support audits and inspections covering health and safety, food safety, and quality compliance
• Support timely reporting and investigation of incidents to reduce accident rates and lost time incidents
• Support portfolio-wide initiatives such as the Zero Harm Mindset programme
• Build strong working relationships with Sodexo teams to encourage engagement, positive feedback, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• A recognised Health & Safety qualification at degree or graduate diploma level, such as NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6), or a willingness to work towards this qualification
• Minimum requirement: NEBOSH National General Certificate (NGC)
• Food Safety qualification (e.g. Food Safety for Supervisors Level 3)
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice
• Experience of setting and achieving challenging goals that drive long-term improvement
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and persuasive reports and communications
• Proven experience of building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders
• A proactive, forward-thinking approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams
• Knowledge of EQMS is desirable; training will be provided

Desirable

• Experience within facilities management
• Qualification in environmental management or similar
• Safety audit qualification

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job — it’s a chance to be part of something that matters. You’ll be welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and supported to make a real difference every day. With access to 20+ Sodexo benefits, you’ll enjoy a competitive pension, discounts at over 1,900 retailers, gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high number of applications is received.