Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Social Housing - Howells Recruitment : Job Details

Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor - Social HousingHome based covering the South of the UKConstruction / Social Housing Experience Essential£Negotiable Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

We are recruiting for a leading national and forward-thinking contractor, to recruit a SHE Advisor to join their expanding team. This is a home-based role with regular travel to sites in the Southern region, supporting refurbishment and construction projects within social housing. Sites can be anywhere from East Anglia to Bristol to Kent to Cornwall. You will aim to conduct 16 site visits per month, working with the teams to foster an inclusive culture regarding SHEA.

SHE Advisor Role:

You will play a pivotal role in promoting a positive safety culture, challenging the status quo, and continuously improving SHE performance. You'll be the go-to expert for operational teams, empowering them to take ownership of health, safety, and environmental practices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting site inspections and supporting project-specific H&S requirements
• Leading the behavioural safety programme and promoting SHE innovation
• Supporting incident investigations and driving reporting excellence
• Ensuring compliance with legislation, risk management, and company policies
• Providing day-to-day support on SHEA matters across sites
• Keeping yourself up to date with legislation and best practices

SHE Advisor Experience:

We're seeking a passionate safety professional with:

• 2+ years' experience in a construction H&S role
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
• A solid understanding of H&S legislation and industry standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A methodical, practical, and collaborative approach
• Experience in social housing is highly desirable
• Proficiency with IT systems - training provided for in-house tools
• A full UK driving licence

Why Join?

This is a fast-paced, supportive environment where you're trusted to make decisions and encouraged to grow. You'll enjoy a varied role that blends home-working with purposeful site visits. It's a big patch but there is a realistic expectation around travel.

SHE Advisor Benefits include:

• Competitive salary package
• Company car scheme or car allowance
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Up to 7.5% company pension contribution
• Discounted healthcare scheme
• High street and lifestyle discounts (incl. Tastecard)
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Long-service awards and more!

If you want to work for a forward-thinking, modern business that places a high value on its people. You'll receive a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits package, along with genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a supportive and ambitious team.