Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Bristol 
Salary: £50,000 DOE + Company Vehicle 
Employment Type: Permanent 

Overview

An established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support its expanding Bristol operation.

With an excellent pipeline of work and several forthcoming developments, this is a great opportunity to join a growing regional team and play a key role in promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.

Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager and wider SHEQ team, you will provide practical advice and guidance across sites throughout Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire, and South Wales. The role will involve a combination of office and site-based working, with regular travel required.

The Role

• Promote and maintain a positive health and safety culture.
• Advise on safe systems of work and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Prepare and review Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Support the development and implementation of internal health and safety policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Undertake site inspections, audits, and provide practical guidance to site teams.
• Work collaboratively with clients, subcontractors, and operational teams to ensure best practice.
• Support the business in maintaining ISO and SMAS accreditations.

About You

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety role within the construction or contracting sector (groundworks or civil engineering experience is advantageous).
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Good working knowledge of CDM regulations, risk assessments, Construction Phase Plans, fire safety, waste management, and manual handling.
• Knowledge and experience of ISO standards and accreditations.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and IOSH qualifications would be beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: Circa £50,000, dependent on experience
• Company Vehicle: Fully expensed company vehicle and fuel card
• Annual Leave: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension: 3.5% pension contribution
• Opportunity: Permanent role within an expanding regional business

To Apply

If you’re an experienced construction Health & Safety professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d be keen to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie at Sphere Solutions on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, Sphere Solutions is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure you have the support you need.