EHS Advisor

O'Neill & Brennan are currently working with a well established contractor that are seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Advisor to join their team in London.

The Role:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing health, safety, and environmental strategies across projects. This role is vital in promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring full compliance with statutory and internal standards, helping establish the company as an industry leader in EHS performance.

Responsibilities:

• Support the EHS Manager/Lead and project teams in the implementation of safety management systems and procedures in line with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Work closely with operational teams to develop and monitor safe systems of work and risk assessments to ensure all project activities are well-planned and safely executed.

• Conduct regular audits and inspections; track EHS performance metrics and ensure non-conformances are addressed promptly.

• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects through leadership and influence.

• Engage with site teams to identify and mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks; provide ongoing coaching and support.

• Encourage and reinforce positive safety behaviours and practices among all workers.

• Ensure projects operate in full compliance with statutory obligations and industry best practices.

• Provide guidance on EHS matters throughout all project phases, from pre-construction through to completion.

• Participate in project start-up meetings and contribute to project planning and execution strategies.

• Implement and monitor the company's EHS policies, procedures, and management systems on site.

• Support site management in communicating EHS requirements and delivering workforce inductions and ongoing briefings.

• Offer expert advice and instruction to management, employees, and subcontractors on all EHS matters.

• Assist in preparing documentation for EHS-related accreditations and audits.

• Coordinate internal and external inspections/audits and ensure timely resolution of any findings.

• Lead or support investigations into incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Produce accurate, high-quality reports for internal use and client requirements.

• Identify EHS training needs and deliver relevant training to staff and subcontractors.

• Champion a safe, healthy, and injury-free workplace as part of the company's overall mission.

• Promote a professional, competent, and knowledge-sharing culture across all project teams.

• Act as a point of contact with regulatory authorities and client representatives on EHS matters.

The Candidate:

• Degree or third-level qualification in Environmental Health & Safety or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience working on large-scale construction or commercial projects.

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

• Detail-focused, self-driven, and proactive in approach.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Full, clean driving licence preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Career Development:

A highly structured career progression framework is in place, supported by a continuous professional development (CPD) and mentoring programme, which has been fundamental to ongoing success. For EHS Advisors, the typical career path for high-performing individuals includes progression to Senior EHS Advisor, followed by EHS Lead, and ultimately EHS Manager.

Whats on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare
• Travel Allowance

O'Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation