Health & Safety Advisor

  • Principal People Recruitment
  • City, Leeds
  • Sep 23, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Looking for your next step in Health & Safety?

If you re early in your career and want to grow your experience in a role where you ll get support, variety, and responsibility, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We re working with a well-established Principal Contractor delivering infrastructure and construction projects across sectors like energy, utilities, civils and rail. With operations expanding in Yorkshire and a strong pipeline of projects, the team is looking for a Health and Safety Advisor who s motivated, communicative, and ready to take their career to the next level.

What s in it for you?
  • Salary of £40,000 - £50,000
  • £6,660 Car Allowance or Company Car
  • 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Private Pension (9%)
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Home-working flexibility (1 day a week)
  • Genuine career development and progression
What you ll be doing:
  • Carrying out inspections and audits on live construction and infrastructure sites
  • Supporting project teams with health, safety, quality and environmental issues
  • Promoting a positive approach to compliance and culture across teams
  • Helping drive continuous improvement and engagement across projects
  • Gaining experience in both day-to-day site activity and regional HSQE strategy
Who would this suit?
This role would be a great fit if you re:
  • Early in your HSEQ career (maybe as an Assistant or Junior Advisor) and ready to step up
  • Coming from a related background (engineering, site supervision, construction) and looking to specialise in health and safety
  • Confident communicating with people at all levels, with a practical and proactive mindset
What you ll need:
  • NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential)
  • Some exposure to construction, infrastructure, civils, or utilities projects
  • Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel across Yorkshire
  • Strong communication and organisation skills
  • Knowledge of ISO 45001, 14001 or 9001 (desirable but not essential)
Why apply?
This is a chance to join a supportive regional team at an exciting time of growth. You ll get exposure to a wide range of projects, the backing of stable leadership, and the opportunity to shape your career path within HSQE.