Health & Safety Adviser

Guildmore is expanding and we are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Advisor. This is a key role created as part of our continued growth and expansion, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen our safety culture across all operations and projects. As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will be responsible for providing proactive support across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management systems. You will work closely with site teams, managers, and key stakeholders to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement effective control measures to create a safer working environment. Your role will involve conducting regular site inspections, ensuring health and safety procedures are consistently followed, delivering training programmes, and advising on safe systems of work. You will also play a key role in maintaining accurate records relating to safety performance, incidents, and compliance audits. Through your expertise, you will support continuous improvement in health and safety standards and contribute to operational excellence in line with company policies and legal requirements. Primary and General Responsibilities * Develop Health, Safety & Environmental Practices Support the development and implementation of robust health, safety, and environmental systems and processes across the business. * Site Reporting & Auditing Produce weekly site advisory safety reports and carry out monthly safety audits to assess compliance with HSE standards. * Site Inductions Support and enhance the site induction process by providing clear guidance on health, safety, and environmental procedures to new employees and contractors. * Manager Support & Advice Provide competent advice and guidance to managers across the business on all health and safety matters, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice. * Training Delivery Deliver health and safety training to employees and contractors to ensure competence and awareness across all levels. * High-Risk Activity Monitoring Monitor high-risk activities and provide guidance on risk assessments and method statements to ensure safe systems of work are in place. * Incident Investigation & Response Respond to incidents promptly, carry out investigations, complete risk assessments where required, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. * Site Engagement & Inspections Conduct regular meetings with site teams and carry out inspections with subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures. Requirements & Skill Set * Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar health & safety role within construction * Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Building Safety legislation * NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health & Safety * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including training delivery * Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (reporting, documentation, and data analysis) * Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities * Confident, proactive, and solution-focused approach * Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop new skills What We Offer * Competitive salary and benefits package * Supportive, family-owned company culture * Opportunities for career progression and professional development