QHSE Advisor

The HSE Advisor will be responsible for supporting the company’s operations in both the Scottish Highlands and Huntly, Aberdeenshire with all aspects of HSEQ compliance and performance in line with legislation, industry standards, and company policy. This role ensures that operational activities are conducted safely, sustainably, and with environmental stewardship, while fostering a positive HSE culture across all levels of the organisation.

This role is ideal for a seasoned safety professional seeking to lead HSE initiatives in a dynamic operational environment, ensuring compliance, safety excellence, and sustainable operations across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety 

Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and systems in accordance with UK HSE law and recognised industry standards.

Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to identify hazards, nonconformances, or unsafe practices.

Provide expert advice and guidance to management and staff on health and safety matters.

Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up.

Monitor and report on HSE performance indicators, trends, and regulatory compliance.

Environment

Implement environmental management programs in line with UK environmental regulations and standards.

Identify potential environmental impacts of operations and develop mitigation measures.

Lead waste management, emissions monitoring, and energy efficiency initiatives.

Ensure all environmental permits, reporting, and audits are maintained and compliant.

Compliance and Risk 

Ensure compliance with all relevant UK statutory regulations, codes of practice, and corporate HSE policies.

Conduct risk assessments and manage risk registers to identify, evaluate, and mitigate HSE-related risks.

Support business continuity planning and emergency response preparedness.

Training and Competency

Design, implement, and deliver HSE training and awareness programs tailored to operational needs.

Maintain records of workforce HSE competencies and certifications.

Promote an HSE-positive culture across the organisation through leadership, mentoring, and engagement.

Ideally the candidate would have experience in plant operation and workshop environments and be conversant in oil & gas and renewables safe systems of work and training structures.

Stakeholder Engagement

Liaise with regulatory authorities, contractors, and internal stakeholders regarding HSE compliance and best practices.

Participate in project planning and design reviews with a focus on HSE integration.

Represent the company at external forums, inspections, and industry working groups.

Required Qualifications and Experience

>5 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role within the UK.

Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and industry best practices, with proven experience implementing systems like ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Strong experience in CDM including Principal Contractor duties.

Strong experience in lifting planning and operations.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in HSE performance.

Analytical and problem-solving capability with good attention to detail.

Ability to foster a positive safety culture in a diverse workforce.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to travel regularly between company facilities and work sites across the UK.

Must hold full, valid UK driving licence.

Please note that on-call responsibilities may also apply.