Senior HSE Advisor WATER

This permanent role will be based throughout the Southern Water region, primarily in Sussex and Kent, with occasional ad hoc support to Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to play a key part in managing and developing regional safety strategies within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to regional management teams to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation
• Assist in the implementation of HSE guidance and best practice across teams
• Conduct systematic audits and inspections of construction sites and workplaces
• Monitor and resolve health and safety issues effectively
• Investigate accidents and incidents to identify root causes and learning points
• Support in the preparation of risk assessments and appropriate control measures
• Develop and maintain safety-related documentation, including manuals, procedures, and forms
• Collaborate with clients, HSE Inspectors, and external assessors

Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in health and safety within the Water Treatment or Construction industry
• Proven track record in a similar level position
• Knowledge of current UK statutory health and safety law
• Familiarity with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)
• Understanding of HSE guidance and good practices in construction, including approved codes of practice
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems
• Formal qualification in Occupational Safety and Health (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate)
• Proficient report writing skills

Desirable:

• CSCS card or affiliated scheme (SHEA Water)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Car/car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional 5 days available to buy
• Contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts, and savings hub

The candidate will need to be commutable across the South.