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HSE Advisor – Substation

Job description

​We are looking for an HSE Advisor with substation experience for contract roles across UK transmission and distribution projects. You will provide practical, site-based health, safety and environmental support to project teams, driving compliance and a strong safety culture on live and de-energised substation sites. This role suits an advisor comfortable operating in a high voltage environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day HSE support and guidance to site management and subcontractors

  • Carry out site inspections, audits and safety observations

  • Review risk assessments, method statements and lift plans

  • Investigate incidents, near misses and non-conformances, and track corrective actions

  • Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings

  • Monitor compliance with CDM 2015, client safety rules and environmental permits

Experience & Qualifications
  • HSE advisory experience on substation, HV or energy infrastructure projects

  • NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate; IOSH membership (Tech IOSH or above)

  • Working knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK HSE legislation

  • Incident investigation training (e.g. root cause analysis)

  • Confident, credible presence on site with strong influencing skills