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Occupational Health & Safety Advisor

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Fichtner Consulting Engineers

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United Kingdom , Stockport

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Job Description:

Fichtner is a global engineering consultancy. We are looking to recruit an Occupational Health & Safety Advisor to be an integral part of our wider construction and engineering teams. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing occupational health, safety, and welfare advice and guidance, both internally and to our clients.

Job Responsibility:

  • Providing occupational health, safety, and welfare advice and guidance, both internally and to our clients
  • Direct communication with clients, contractors, employees, and plant operators as needed

Requirements:

  • NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma
  • A certified member of IOSH, working towards Chartered membership
  • ISO45001 Lead Auditor certified with practical construction-based audit experience
  • 3-day First Aid Certification
  • A recognised wellbeing certification
  • Have good working knowledge of UK OH&S regulations and guidance
  • An excellent understanding of current health, safety and welfare issues
  • Excellent working knowledge of either power generation, process or renewable energy sectors and the dynamic nature of risk and its management
  • Proven track record of operating in and continually updating a positive health and safety culture
  • Support on health and safety for our offices in England, Scotland, and Ireland
  • Promote health and safety services to our client base, in conjunction with the Business Development team
  • Up to date working knowledge of the CDM 2015 Regulations (including Principal Contractor role)
What we offer:
  • A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
  • Hybrid working with modern easy access offices
  • Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period
  • Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
  • Financial support with professional fees/memberships
  • Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme
  • Private medical & life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Fitness trainer provided every week for group boot camps
  • Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities
  • Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 23, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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