Health & Safety Advisor

Job Title: Health & Safety Advisor
Location: Covering Devon & Cornwall
Salary: £40,000 – £47,000 + Car Package
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Company

Sphere Solutions are working with a well-established regional construction company that places Health, Safety, and Quality at the heart of their operations. With a strong pipeline of projects across Devon and Cornwall, they are now looking to appoint a dedicated Health & Safety Advisor to support their South West team.

About the Role

As Health & Safety Advisor, you will work closely with the SHE team to ensure best practice and compliance across multiple construction sites in South Devon and Cornwall. You will be the go-to person for all health, safety, and environmental matters, ensuring that all sites operate in line with current legislation and company policies.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about driving a positive health & safety culture and promoting continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site health & safety advice to site teams across Plymouth, Devon, and Cornwall.
• Support the development and implementation of safe systems of work and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Prepare Construction Phase Plans and site-specific risk assessments.
• Assist in writing and updating internal health & safety policies, strategies, and procedures.
• Carry out regular site audits and safety inspections, identifying risks and advising on corrective actions.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and site teams to ensure health & safety requirements are fully understood and met.
• Contribute to maintaining and enhancing the company’s ISO/SMAS accreditations.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Health & Safety Advisor within the construction industry (contracting environment preferred).
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations, Risk Assessments, Construction Phase Plans, Fire Safety, Manual Handling, and Waste Management.
• Ability to build strong relationships with site teams, clients, and management.
• Full UK driving licence – travel across Devon & Cornwall will be required.

Benefits

• Salary: £40,000 – £47,000 per annum.
• Car package (company car or allowance).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, holiday allowance, and ongoing training and development opportunities.