Health & Safety Advisor
Location:Ipswich-based with travel across East Anglia (2–3 days per week)
Salary:£35,000 - £45,000 + Company Vehicle or Allowance
Hours:Full-Time, Permanent, Monday–Friday (40 hours per week)
Grow Your Health & Safety Career with a Leading Construction Firm
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Health & Safety professional looking to take the next step in their career. Joining a well-established construction business, you’ll be part of a team that genuinely invests in its people, offering full support, structured development, and the tools you need to thrive.
Whether you're early in your H&S career or looking for a new challenge, this role offers variety, autonomy and the chance to make a real impact across multiple sites and projects in East Anglia.
The Role
As Health & Safety Advisor, you’ll support teams across the business to maintain and improve health, safety and compliance standards. This includes conducting audits, delivering briefings, supporting incident investigations and championing a strong safety culture across all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out site audits and inspections to ensure safety compliance.
Support managers and site teams with practical H&S advice.
Lead or support investigations into incidents and near misses.
Review and prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
Deliver Toolbox Talks, bulletins, and safety briefings.
Promote a proactive and positive health & safety culture.
Engage with subcontractors, clients and stakeholders on H&S matters.
Maintain accurate records in line with legislative requirements.
What You’ll Need
Essential:
NEBOSH General Certificate
Solid knowledge of UK H&S legislation
Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
Full UK driving licence
Confidence working with site teams and senior management
Desirable:
Construction / Civils (or similar) industry experience
Audit or report writing skills
Flexible, self-motivated and organised
What’s in it for You?
Supportive environment with real investment in training and development
Opportunities for progression within a growing H&S team
Company vehicle, laptop, phone and PPE provided
Dynamic and varied role with a mix of office and site work
Be part of a company that values people and prioritises safety at every level
If you're passionate about health & safety and ready to grow your career with a forward-thinking construction firm, we’d love to hear from you.
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