Description
Health & Safety Advisor
Location: Cornwall
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per annum, DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
The Opportunity
An established renewable energy business is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support its project and operational teams across the UK.
This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining high health and safety standards across renewable energy projects, combining office-based duties with site visits as required. You will provide practical H&S guidance, ensure legislative compliance and help promote a positive safety culture throughout the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and improve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) prior to works commencing.
- Carry out regular site inspections and H&S audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor compliance with company procedures, UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses and non-conformances, producing reports and preventative recommendations.
- Develop and review H&S policies, procedures and supporting documentation.
- Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings and promote positive safety behaviours.
- Provide practical H&S advice to management, project teams, contractors and site personnel.
- Support contractor pre-qualification and competency assessments.
- Liaise with external H&S specialists to support compliance and continuous improvement.
- Assist wider project teams with ad hoc coordination activities when required.
About You
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent – essential.
- Previous H&S experience within construction, electrical, renewable energy or a closely related environment.
- Experience reviewing and approving RAMS.
- Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM Regulations.
- Methodical, organised and process-focused approach.
- Strong communication and report-writing skills.
- Competent with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical H&S professional looking to play an active role in supporting the safe delivery of renewable energy projects across the UK.
