Health Safety Environment Advisor

Job Description

Job Title: SHE Advisor

If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.

Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)

Service Area: SHEQ

Hours of Work: 37 per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: up to £45,000

KBS Maritime is seeking an experienced Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) professional to support the delivery and continuous improvement of SHE performance across the business. Working closely with managers, project teams and subcontractors, you'll provide expert guidance, drive compliance, support SHE initiatives and influence positive change, helping to embed a strong culture of safety, health and environmental responsibility throughout the organisation.

What you will be doing:

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• Providing expert Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) advice and support to managers, project teams and subcontractors, helping them effectively manage risk and compliance within their areas of responsibility.

Supporting the development, implementation and continual improvement of the SHE Management System in line with company requirements and recognised standards, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

Leading SHE improvement initiatives, driving positive change and promoting a strong culture of safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement.

Investigating incidents, identifying root causes and ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented and shared across the business.

Monitoring, analysing and reporting SHE performance, providing clear insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

Carrying out audits, inspections and assurance activities to verify compliance with legal, customer and company requirements.

Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, influencing decision-making and embedding SHE considerations into everyday operations.

Acting as a key point of contact for regulators, customers and other external parties on SHE-related matters.

What you will bring:

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• The ability to influence and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders across all levels of the business and externally, including Line Managers, employees, subcontractors and customers.

Integrity, credibility and maturity, with the ability to gain the confidence and respect of others.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively within a dynamic working environment.

Analytical thinking, with the ability to resolve issues across a variety of complex situations.

Sound commercial awareness and the ability to make balanced, considered decisions.

The ability to apply skills, knowledge and previous experience to a broad range of challenges and issues.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and with appropriate sensitivity.

About you:

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• Experienced Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) professional with a strong technical understanding of SHE management standards and best practice.

Up-to-date knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental management principles, standards and practices.

Ability to apply SHE knowledge, experience and best practice to support operational delivery and continuous improvement.

Strong understanding of how to influence and engage stakeholders to successfully implement SHE processes, projects and change initiatives.

Ability to support the effective deployment of SHE requirements within a business environment by understanding operational objectives, challenges and priorities.

Skilled in translating SHE requirements into practical solutions that support business and operational goals.

Strong awareness of organisational deliverables, planned developments and operational challenges, enabling effective SHE support and guidance.

Holds a relevant SHE qualification, such as:

NEBOSH National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Level 5 NVQ in Occupational Safety and Health Practice

Level 6 NCRQ Diploma in Applied Health and Safety

NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management

Or another relevant Safety, Health and/or Environmental qualification or equivalent experience

Having post-qualification experience applying SHE knowledge and processes in a workplace environment.

Membership of a relevant professional Safety, Health and/or Environmental institution is desirable.

You’ll get:

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• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period

Early finish on a Friday

Discretionary company bonus scheme

Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or you can increase your contribution to 6% and company contribution will increase to 10%

Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s)

Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues

Cycle to work scheme

Group income protection

Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)

Free parking onsite

Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.

Continued professional career development

Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)

Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services

Discount off entry into the Historic Dockyard

Application process:

Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date 28th August 2026

Background checks & security

Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team.

About us:

At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.

With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other.

By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.

KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. xwzovoh

We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact