Health & Safety Advisor (Site-Based)

UK Wide Projects | Engineering & Construction Trant Engineering Ltd

Build a safer future on major engineering projects

Join a leading engineering and construction business with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex, high-quality EPC projects across the UK and internationally. With work spanning water, energy, defence, and infrastructure sectors, this is your opportunity to make a real impact where safety truly matters.

The Role

As a Health & Safety Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of site operations—providing hands-on, practical SHE support across multiple projects. This is a predominantly site-based role (approx. 85%), working closely with operational teams to ensure safe delivery from planning through to completion.

What You’ll Be Doing

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Delivering expert SHE advice in line with UK legislation and best practice

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Conducting site inspections, audits, and safety observations

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Supporting risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work

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Leading or assisting incident investigations and root cause analysis

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Driving compliance with CDM Regulations and HSE requirements

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Engaging site teams through toolbox talks, briefings, and training

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Supporting project mobilisation, inductions, and site setup

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Monitoring subcontractor compliance and performance

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Promoting a proactive, positive safety culture across sites

What We’re Looking For

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NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Level 3)

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Experience in construction, engineering, utilities, water, or energy sectors

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Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation

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Proven ability to carry out audits, inspections, and incident investigations

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Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels

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Experience working across multiple sites/projects

Desirable:

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NEBOSH Construction Certificate

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IOSH membership (TechIOSH / working towards CertIOSH)

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Experience in water, wastewater, energy, or renewables

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Knowledge of ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 systems

What’s in It for You

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Competitive salary

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Company car or car allowance

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24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)

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Buy additional leave via salary sacrifice

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Company pension scheme

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Paid professional membership (1 per year)

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Employee Assistance Programme

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Free parking

Why Join Trant?

At Trant Engineering Ltd, safety isn’t just a requirement—it’s a core value. You’ll be part of a team that genuinely prioritises Care, Trust, Respect, and Sustainability, working on meaningful projects that shape critical infrastructure.

Apply Now

If you’re a proactive Health & Safety professional looking to step into a dynamic, site-focused role with real responsibility and impact—we want to hear from you