Contract Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Project: Civil Engineering Project
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Start: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred

Boyd Recruitment are currently working on behalf of a leading Civil Engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support a civil engineering project in Newcastle on a contract basis.

This is a site-based role, ideal for a proactive H&S professional with strong civil engineering experience who can drive safe working practices, support site teams, and ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day Health & Safety support across site operations

• Ensure compliance with HSE legislation, company procedures, and project requirements

• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety tours

• Support the production, review, and implementation of RAMS

• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings

• Investigate incidents and near misses, producing reports and corrective actions

• Work closely with site management to promote a positive safety culture

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Health & Safety Advisor within civil engineering or infrastructure

• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM Regulations

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (minimum)

• CSCS card (essential)

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently and influence site teams

Desirable

• Experience on highways, utilities, structures, or heavy civils projects

What’s on Offer

• Competitive contract day rate

• Long-term project potential

• Immediate start on a well-run civil engineering scheme

• Supportive project and commercial team