Anderson Knight is recruiting for an experienced and proactive Regional HSE Advisor to support our clients civil engineering and rail infrastructure projects across the Central Belt. The successful candidate will work closely with site teams, contractors, and management to promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all local and international health, safety, and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will be an expert in civil engineering HSE standards, with the ability to guide teams in the implementation of safety protocols and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Safety Oversight: Conduct regular site inspections and audits for civil engineering projects to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

• Risk Management: Assist in identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and developing strategies to mitigate them within civil engineering projects.

• Safety Training & Awareness: Develop and deliver safety training sessions to employees and contractors on best practices, emergency response, and compliance requirements.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with regional, national, and international health, safety, and environmental laws and standards relevant to civil engineering works.

• Incident Reporting & Investigation: Manage the reporting and investigation of workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses. Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of HSE inspections, audits, safety statistics, and incident reports. Prepare regular reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

• Health & Environmental Programs: Support the development and implementation of environmental protection and worker health programs to minimize risks associated with civil engineering work.

• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure safety protocols are understood and followed during construction, excavation, and other civil works.

• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance. Provide input into the development and refinement of company safety procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related field.

• Certifications: NEBOSH or IOSH (minimum), further civil engineering or HSE certifications are advantageous (e.g., HAZOP, Construction Health & Safety, ISO 45001).

• Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in an HSE role within the civil engineering or construction industry.