SHEQ Adviser

Company: Cala Consulting Limited
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Location: Antrim
Job Description:

SHEQ Adviser

Cala Consulting are recruiting a SHEQ Adviser for their client, an expanding business within the commercial fit-out and construction sector. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Antrim, with travel to sites across the UK and Ireland required.

The successful candidate will support SHEQ performance across projects and operations, helping maintain high standards of safety, health, environmental and quality compliance. A key focus will be the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System (IMS), including compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Carry out regular SHEQ inspections, audits and compliance reviews across live construction and fit-out projects.

  • Provide practical health and safety advice to project teams, site managers and subcontractors.

  • Review RAMS, construction phase plans and other project documentation.

  • Identify hazards, non-compliance and areas for improvement, ensuring corrective actions are completed.

  • Support the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses.

  • Assist with toolbox talks, inductions, briefings and SHEQ training.

  • Maintain and improve the Integrated Management System and support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

  • Coordinate internal audits and support external certification and surveillance audits.

  • Maintain SHEQ documentation, compliance records and corrective action logs.

  • Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, recycling and pollution prevention.

  • Undertake quality audits, record non-conformances and support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.

  • Produce clear audit reports, track actions to completion and provide SHEQ guidance at project meetings as required.

Essential Criteria

  • Previous SHEQ/HSEQ experience within construction, commercial fit-out or a related industry.

  • Good knowledge of construction health and safety requirements and relevant UK legislation.

  • Experience conducting site inspections, audits and reviewing RAMS.

  • Working knowledge of ISO management systems, particularly ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

  • Strong communication, organisational and administrative skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, influence teams and challenge poor standards constructively.

  • Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

  • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.

  • IOSH membership.

  • ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 training, or equivalent experience.

  • Relevant construction or quality qualification.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be practical, approachable and confident, with strong attention to detail and a solutions-focused approach. They will be well organised, comfortable working in live construction environments and committed to continuous improvement and promoting a positive SHEQ culture.

Benefits:Parking Pension Fund Medical Aid / Health Care

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026