Railway H&S Advisor

  • carrington west
  • Mar 31, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Are you a H&S Advisor with experience working on railway infrastructure?

Do you hold NEBOSH Construction?
Location: London, Portsmouth or Manchester
Salary: £45,000+ per annum (flexible DOE)
Contract Option: Dependant on experience - Outside IR35
Duration: 6-12 months
Working Pattern: 4 days site-based, 1 day WFH
Role Details:
We're looking for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join a growing team supporting a range of rail and infrastructure packages across the UK.
With four H&S professionals already in place, this is a key additional hire to strengthen project coverage across railway schemes in London, Manchester and Portsmouth.
This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously, and provide practical, visible H&S leadership across multiple live environments.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day H&S support across rail and infrastructure packages
Conduct site inspections, audits, and ensure compliance with company and statutory standards
Support project teams with risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work
Promote a strong safety culture across operational teams
Liaise with stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal management
Contribute to environmental management initiatives where applicable
Essential Requirements
H&S Advisor with experience working on railway infrastructure
NEBOSH Construction Certificate
Desirable
Environmental management experience
Interview Process
Stage 1: Teams interview with H&S Manager, Compliance Manager, and H&S Consultant
Stage 2: Teams interview with H&S Manager & Director