Job Title: HSE Advisor

Location: Chester

Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

About the Role

H9 Talent Solutions are supporting a leading contractor in the construction and industrial sector to recruit an experienced HSE Advisor for a large-scale industrial project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile project and play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site HSE support to project teams, ensuring compliance with current health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety briefings to employees and subcontractors.
• Review and support the development of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Monitor and report on HSE performance, including incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Lead or assist with incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and preventive measures are implemented.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure workforce engagement in HSE initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and client expectations.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including drills and response planning.
• Liaise with site management, subcontractors, and external stakeholders on all HSE matters.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HSE Advisor within construction, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) is essential.
• Relevant CSCS card (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Experience with high-risk activities such as lifting operations, confined spaces, and work at height.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.