SHEQ Advisor – UK-Wide

Recruiting on behalf of our client | 2fawcett Infrastructure

About the Opportunity

2fawcett Infrastructure are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading UK provider of energy and infrastructure services.

The company delivers nationwide projects across electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV infrastructure, metering, and home energy solutions.

This opportunity sits within the Distribution & Connections division — supporting major infrastructure and network connection projects across the UK. The team designs, installs, and maintains electrical distribution networks, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant connections for homes, businesses, and industrial clients.

You’ll be part of a business committed to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence, helping deliver the infrastructure that powers communities and supports the journey to net zero.

What you’ll be doing

Are you passionate about creating safe working environments and driving continual improvement?

As SHEQ Advisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting operational teams to deliver projects safely and sustainably.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting site inspections, audits, and management reviews for both direct staff and subcontractors
• Advising on areas including risk assessment, fire safety, CDM regulations, hazardous substances, noise and vibration, and machinery safety
• Supporting operational and management teams to develop and implement best practice safety systems
• Liaising with external stakeholders, including clients and regulatory bodies such as the HSE
• Leading and supporting incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis
• Delivering toolbox talks, team briefings, and induction training on SHEQ topics
• Contributing to the ongoing improvement of the organisation’s health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems

This is a hands-on, mobile role covering multiple project sites across the UK, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and meaningful impact.

What you’ll bring

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential)
• Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations and safety management in construction
• Previous experience as a SHEQ or Safety Advisor (utilities or infrastructure experience advantageous)
• Environmental qualification (desirable)
• Demonstrable ability to promote a positive safety culture and influence at all levels
• Excellent communication skills, including confidence in delivering presentations and training
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage conflict or challenge constructively during site inspections
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide

Rewards and Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth:

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 online GP service and employee assistance programme
• Retail discount portal and recognition rewards
• Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• Cycle-to-work and salary-sacrifice EV/Hybrid car schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Company car and fuel card (EV/Hybrid options available)
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Private healthcare for you
• Discretionary annual bonus