SHWEQ Advisor

Job Locations UK-Tyne and Wear-Washington
ID
2026-2172
Category
Safety, Health, Environmental, Wellbeing
Type
Full Time

Overview

We are seeking a talented SHWEQ Advisor to become an integral part of our SHWEQ team. 

 

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000
• Choice of a company car or car allowance

 

There’s never been a more exciting time to join us. With increasing investment in water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure, we’re growing fast - and we’re looking for passionate people to grow with us. 

 

 

What you'll be doing

Reporting directly to the SHWEQ Manager, you will assist in the continual improvement of Safety, Health, Wellbeing, Environmental and Quality by providing advice and guidance to the business.
 
• The provision of professional SHWEQ advice and hands-on support to the regional delivery teams.
• Carry out site, depot, and facilities inspections.
• Contribute to the continuous development of SHWEQ Policies and Procedures.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis and preventative actions.
• In collaboration with the SHWEQ and Compliance Advisor, conduct Management System auditing.
• Contribute to SHWEQ working groups, committees, and forums.
• Deliver proactive on-site SHWEQ training.
• Carry out contractor audits, reviews and approvals.
• Attendance and contribution to client and third-party seminars, whilst obtaining learning and development opportunities for the business.

Who we’re looking for

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Possess the skills to compose user-friendly risk assessments, policies, and procedures.
• Full clean UK driving licence and a willingness to travel UK wide with some overnight stays.
• A good communicator with the ability to engage with employees at all levels.
• Strong IT and presentation skills.
• Collaborative site inspection experience, using pragmatic solutions to overcome challenges, shortfalls, and recognise good practises.
• Train the trainer or coaching and mentoring skills.

What we're offering

Finance / Rewards
• Up to £45k plus a company car / car allowance 
• 6% company pension contribution
• Life Assurance 
• Benifex Platform - including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and the Bike Scheme
 
Holidays
• You will receive 24 days’ paid holiday per annum, rising to 25 after two years’ service
• Volunteering day - up to two days per year to contribute to our local communities

 

Health and Wellbeing
• Healthcare Cash scheme 
• Eyecare Scheme
• Access to multiple employee networking groups, including the Armed Forces Network, Women’s Network, and Young People’s Network.

 

 

The office is currently based in Morpeth but moving to the Washington area. 

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