Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Mobile role covering Southern England, including London (East to West)
Reporting Office: Sevenoaks, Kent
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + Car Allowance
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the Role:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health, Safety, and Environmental (EHS) advisor to join a well-established facilities maintenance provider. This role is key to supporting the creation of a strong EHS culture across a broad portfolio, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving best practices in health, safety, and wellbeing across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and promote a proactive EHS culture aligned with company goals and objectives.

* Provide expert guidance and support on all aspects of EHS to management teams, staff, and supply chain partners.

* Manage and report all EHS incidents, ensuring timely investigations, corrective actions, and shared learning outcomes.

* Oversee and ensure compliance with EHS legislation, standards, and internal policies.

* Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, supporting operational teams with pre-audit preparation and corrective action implementation.

* Advise on legal compliance in areas such as electrical distribution, pressure systems, confined spaces, gas safety, water quality, and F-Gas compliance.

* Support the implementation of sustainability goals, including waste reduction and energy efficiency initiatives.

* Deliver EHS training to ensure competence levels are maintained across teams.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.

* Provide support for project safety, including compliance with CDM 2015 regulations.

Key Requirements:

* Qualifications: NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent, IEMA (or similar) in environmental awareness. Membership of IOSH is desirable.

* Experience: At least three years in an EHS role, with experience in regulated environments. Familiarity with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 45003) and auditing processes is essential.

* Skills: Strong understanding of EHS legislation, CDM2015, and BS 5975 standards. Excellent communication, leadership, and networking skills with the ability to work independently and inspire teams.

* Attributes: Methodical, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A supportive and empathetic team player with a collaborative approach.

* Technical Knowledge: Good IT skills and understanding of quality management systems and risk management principles.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary up to £55,000 per annum

* Car allowance

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Company pension

* Private healthcare (after six months)

* Flexible benefits scheme