SHE Advisor (CDM)

National Grid plc; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major gas utility company in the UK is seeking a SHE Advisor to lead initiatives ensuring health, safety, and environmental standards are met across projects. The ideal candidate will have certifications like NEBOSH and experience in health and safety management within the asset infrastructure environment. Responsibilities include conducting audits, monitoring performance, and promoting a proactive safety culture. This position offers a hybrid work model and attractive perks including a company car and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus of 6%

Company car

26 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Overtime pay

Double-match pension scheme

Flexible benefit scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free gym classes

Free parking

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or equivalent certification required.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations.
• Experience in health and safety management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety assurance audits.
• Provide professional advice on health and safety.
• Monitor operational safety performance and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate site inspections to maintain high standards.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Communication

Data Analysis

Proactive Risk Management

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

NEBOSH National General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Job description

Company: National Gas

Requisition ID: 2362

Warwick or Nottingham (Hybrid 2/3 days) - UK wide portfolio

About us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

Ready to make a real impact on safety and wellbeing? Join us as a SHE Advisor and help shape a culture where everyone goes home safe, every day.

As a SHE Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of our commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence. Your expertise will ensure our construction projects not only meet regulatory standards but set the benchmark for best practice. This is your chance to drive continuous improvement, influence positive change, and make a genuine difference to our people and our business.

What you'll be doing

• Conducting health and safety assurance audits and overseeing monthly safety reporting
• Providing specialist support and professional advice on health and safety matters, including reviewing contractor plans and tender submissions for compliance
• Monitoring operational safety performance, suggesting improvements, and ensuring safe execution of works
• Coordinating and completing site inspections and monitoring checklists to maintain high standards
• Promoting a proactive SHE culture that engages all employees and delivers ongoing improvements
• Reviewing risk assessments and method statements, supporting competence reviews, and identifying training needs
• Reporting and investigating incidents, accidents, and dangerous occurrences, and driving performance improvement
• Liaising with project teams to implement best practice, lessons learned, and SHE bulletins

About you

You’re a confident communicator who builds trust and inspires others to put safety first. Your proactive approach and attention to detail mean you spot risks before they become issues and always look for ways to improve.

Key requirements & experience

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, IOSH Managing Safely, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Detailed knowledge of 2015 CDM regulations
• Proven experience in health and safety management, ideally within asset infrastructure or a similar environment
• Strong working knowledge in capability development, change control, design management, governance, and project management
• Practitioner-level skills in data analysis, reporting, environmental sustainability, assurance, legal compliance, risk management, and stakeholder communication
• Expert-level understanding of health and safety management
• Degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field
• Gas operations experience (Transmission or Distribution)

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
• Company car
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
• Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
• Double-match pension scheme – for every £1 you put in, we’ll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• Opt‑In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long‑term illness or injury
• Excellent family‑friendly provisions – maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
• Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
• Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office
• Free parking

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.

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