Finlay Jude Associates Ltd
SHEQ Advisor
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Role Summary FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading service provider in the wastewater industry for an experienced SHEQ Advisor to strengthen their team in the Brighton / Southern region.
SHEQ Advisor Role Overview
You will report directly to the Head of SHEQ, providing expert advice, guidance, and support to the SHEQ team across the region.
Responsibilities
- Understanding and championing the company’s approach to managing SHEQ risk and delivering high-performance standards.
- Maintaining a proactive and driven approach to supporting SHEQ across the organisation.
- Monitoring and reviewing the closure/completion of:
- Corrective actions, ensuring practical and effective implementation.
- SHEQ assurance audits – organising, delivering, and supporting execution.
- Conducting accident/incident investigations or supporting those led by the Head of SHEQ.
- Integration with project teams to align with operational challenges.
- Collaborating with clients to develop cohesive SHEQ strategies.
- Exposure to the full lifecycle of project management, from initiation to delivery.
- Identifying opportunities for sustainable solutions.
- Analysing key performance data, including trends and reporting.
- Maintaining externally certified management systems.
- Optional confined space entry (training certificate required).
- Regular overnight work due to geographical coverage.
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Requirements
The ideal candidate will hold:
- IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications.
- A preference for experience within the sector (water / utilities).
Essential competencies include:
- Ability to collect, analyse, and maintain large volumes of data while upholding integrity.
- Proven experience of working as part of a SHEQ team and demonstrating solid collaboration skills.
- Strong ability to:
- Identify trends from data.
- Communicate findings effectively and clearly.
- Interpret legislation and Approved Codes of Practice.
- Organisation and time management skills.
- Capacity to:
- Operate independently as well as as part of a team.
- Communicate confidently across all organisational levels.
- Make responsible decisions and escalate issues when necessary.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with proficiency in:
- Visio,
- Excel (advanced functionalities),
- PowerPoint.
- A flexible approach to work location and schedule.
Benefits
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- Salary: Up to £55,000 (DOE).
- Hybrids work depending on team requirements.
- Car/car allowance (job needs-dependent).
- Annual leave:
- 25 days + Bank Holidays (plus 5 days eligible to purchase).
- Contribution to pension scheme.
- Comprehensive benefits, including:
- Life Assurance,
- Health Insurance,
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Additional perks like:
- Cycle to work scheme,
- Discounts and Savings Hub,
- Kids Pass initiatives.
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Prospective candidates should apply now once the advertised opportunity piques interest.
Reference notice FJA receives high applicant volumes, so delayed responses to every application may occur. If no reply is received within 14 days, kindly assume your application is unsuccessful for this role.
This recruitment is inclusive and prohibits discrimination against gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Candidates are assessed purely on merits, qualifications, and abilities. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd operates as an employment agency and employment business.
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