HSEQ Advisor (Projects)
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, E14 9SH |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
HSEQ Advisor (Projects)
Contract: Government
Location: London, E14 9SH (flexible)
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced HSEQ Advisor to support the delivery of health, safety, environmental and quality management systems across a portfolio of construction projects.
Reporting to the HSEQ Business Partner, you will work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, subcontractors and operational stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in line with legal requirements and the OneISS Way.
Job Description
We are looking for a practical and influential HSEQ professional with a strong construction safety background, including knowledge of CDM 2015, temporary works, working at height, risk management and contractor assurance.
You will play a key role in driving compliance, promoting a positive safety culture and supporting continuous improvement across project activities.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct planned and unannounced site inspections, audits and assurance reviews to verify compliance with legislation, company standards and project-specific requirements.
Review Construction Phase Plans, risk assessments, RAMS, permits and safe systems of work to ensure risks are effectively controlled.
Support project teams in identifying hazards and implementing proportionate control measures throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead investigations into accidents, near misses and unsafe events using root cause analysis techniques.
Prepare statutory reports, including RIDDOR notifications where required, and ensure corrective actions are tracked through to completion.
Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and HSEQ awareness sessions to project teams and subcontractors.
Support project mobilisation activities, ensuring appropriate HSEQ controls and compliance measures are established before works commence.
Provide practical advice, guidance and assurance to project teams, supporting compliance with CDM 2015, company standards and client requirements.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
Previous experience in a construction-based Health & Safety role.
Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and construction health and safety legislation.
Experience supporting or advising on major construction projects.
Knowledge of high-risk construction activities including working at height, temporary works and contractor management.
Experience conducting site inspections, audits and assurance activities.
Experience investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
Strong understanding of risk assessments, RAMS and safe systems of work.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
Ability to analyse trends, identify improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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