SHEQ Advisor

Location: Willesden (with travel to multiple sites, 1–2 days per week)
Full-time | Permanent

About the Role

My client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented SHEQ Advisor to join their growing compliance team. This is an exciting development role designed to support two Compliance Managers in maintaining and enhancing SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) standards across the business.

They are subject to strict compliance with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and the Environment Agency (EA). They hold ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) and PAS 402:2013 (Recycling Performance) accreditations — and you’ll play a vital role in ensuring these standards are upheld and developed.

This position offers a clear career progression path, with mentorship, hands-on experience.  The plan is to help you grow into an independent SHEQ professional within 18–24 months.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Compliance Support:

• Organise and administer regular SHEQ meetings
• Maintain and update SHEQ policies, procedures, and document control systems
• Complete monthly SHEQ KPIs and management system audits
• Support internal and external audits and ensure close-out of actions
• Maintain accurate employee and compliance records (PPE, inductions, risk assessments, etc.)
• Support preparation and delivery of toolbox talks

Site-Based Activities:

• Conduct regular site inspections and safety checks
• Assist with emergency drills, risk assessments, and method statements
• Review contractor RAMS and ensure site compliance
• Deliver site inductions and support incident/accident investigations

Environmental Responsibilities:

• Assist with EA inspections and environmental monitoring (noise, dust, complaints)
• Support quarterly EA and hazardous waste reporting
• Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives
• Manage COSHH waste documentation and pollution reporting

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• A proactive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ownership
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong analytical and organisational ability
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• A full UK driving licence (travel required between sites)

Qualifications:

• Ideally degree-educated (or equivalent experience)
• Eager to gain professional qualifications in SHEQ (funded by the company), including:
• NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health & Safety
• IEMA Environmental Foundation/Intermediate Course
• Internal Audit (Quality/SHEQ)

Contact information

Zoe Shenton