Junior Health and Safety Advisor

Who Are We

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver reliable end-to-end services that ensure homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?

Role Overview

As a Junior Health and Safety Advisor, you will support the South and Central region HSE team in promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance across our operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within Health and Safety & Management. You will work alongside experienced HSE professionals and operational teams, gaining valuable experience across construction, maintenance, housing, and retrofit environments.

You will support site inspections, risk assessments, audits, investigations, training, and reporting while developing your knowledge of relevant legislation and industry best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the HSE team with site inspections, audits, and compliance checks.
• Assist with identifying hazards and assessing risks across operational sites.
• Support the development and review of risk assessments and method statements.
• Assist with accident, incident, and near-miss investigations.
• Support the delivery of site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Help monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Work closely with operational teams, subcontractors, and site personnel to promote safe working practices.
• Assist with environmental inspections and monitoring of environmental standards.
• Attend and support regular Health & Safety meetings.
• Maintain accurate HSE records, reports, and documentation.
• Support the implementation and tracking of corrective actions following inspections and audits.
• Assist with preparing HSE performance reports and identifying areas for improvement.
• Develop knowledge of construction health, safety, and environmental legislation and industry best practice.
• Promote a positive and proactive health, safety, and environmental culture across Cardo Group.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• A NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent recognised Health & Safety qualification), or actively working towards achieving one. Alternatively, candidates holding a valid SMSTS qualification with 3-5 years’ construction industry experience will also be considered.
• A genuine interest in developing a career within Health and Safety Management.
• Basic understanding of health and safety principles and risk management.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• Confident working with a range of people across operational and management teams.
• Good IT and administrative skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Full UK driving license

We Will Provide

• Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities
• Support towards relevant HSE qualifications
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes, including holiday purchase, EV schemes and AVC pension contributions
• Life Assurance cover
• Wellbeing resources and counselling services
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
• Recognition initiatives and awards
• Occupational Sick Pay

Why Join Cardo Group?

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
• Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
• Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs.

Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey and start building your HSE career with Cardo Group.