Senior Health & Safety Advisor

Senior Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Pitlochry to Killiecrankie, Scotland
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent / Project-based

The Role

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor to support the delivery of a major infrastructure and civil engineering project between Pitlochry and Killiecrankie.

This is a key position within the project team, providing senior-level health and safety guidance and ensuring the highest standards are maintained throughout construction.

You will work closely with project leadership, site management and operational teams, taking responsibility for monitoring compliance, identifying potential risks and driving continuous improvement across the project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide senior H&S support and guidance across the project.

  • Monitor and review health and safety performance, identifying areas for improvement.

  • Undertake site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.

  • Review and approve risk assessments and method statements where appropriate.

  • Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

  • Advise project management on legislative requirements and best practice.

  • Support the development and implementation of project-specific H&S strategies.

  • Deliver training, toolbox talks and safety briefings.

  • Monitor subcontractor compliance and performance.

  • Promote a proactive safety culture across all site operations.

  • Support and mentor other members of the H&S team.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience within a senior Health & Safety position.

  • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification preferred.

  • Previous experience within major infrastructure, highways or civil engineering projects.

  • Strong knowledge of construction health and safety legislation.

  • Experience managing audits, investigations and risk management processes.

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

  • Ability to influence site teams and senior management.

  • Membership of IOSH at GradIOSH or CMIOSH level advantageous.