HSE Advisor

£30,000 - £45,000 plus package

Permanent

East Lothian

A specialist engineering solutions business experiencing continued growth is seeking to appoint an HSE Advisor to strengthen its team. The role is focused on reducing risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a positive, proactive health & safety culture

This position represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious HSE professional looking to progress, or for an experienced advisor seeking a business where they can make a meaningful impact and continue to grow their career.

Key Responsibilities for the HSE Advisor

• Promote a positive HSE culture through site engagement, toolbox talks, wellbeing initiatives, and clear communication, including leading H&S committee meetings.
• Deliver and support HSE training, inductions, health surveillance, and internal competency assessments, ensuring consistent development across the workforce.
• Lead risk management activities including risk assessments, COSHH support, PPE guidance, and compliance with all relevant H&S legislation.
• Conduct audits, incident investigations, and root cause analysis while maintaining accurate data, reporting on trends, and updating HSE information systems.
• Support the development and maintenance of HSE documentation, procedures, and customer pre‑qualification requirements.
• Provide on‑site and contractor support through RAMS development, HSE inductions, supplier approval processes, and occasional site visits.
• Carry out occupational health surveillance activities such as DSE, noise, and vibration assessments, working closely with the HSE Manager and other functional leads.

Ideal Candidate Profile for the HSE Advisor:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate
• Background in HSE with a minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in a similar industry
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-driven and team player
• Willingness and the thirst to continue to learn
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.