SHEQ Advisor (Hazardous Waste)

MCS Group is delighted to be recruiting a SHEQ Advisor for our client, a leading environmental services and waste management business. Based in Belfast, this is an excellent opportunity for a Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality professional to support compliance and continuous improvement across multiple hazardous waste sites, working closely with the SHEQ Manager to maintain high standards of safety and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections, identifying hazards, non-conformance's and areas for improvement.
• Develop and review risk assessments, safe systems of work and health and safety procedures.
• Conduct internal audits and maintain compliance records in line with relevant ISO standards.
• Coordinate statutory inspections, equipment testing, contractor compliance and external audits.
• Support accident and incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and SHEQ training to employees.
• Monitor SHEQ KPIs, prepare incident reports and maintain compliance documentation.
• Manage PPE requirements and support face-fit testing and respiratory protective equipment compliance.
• Liaise with operational teams, contractors and regulatory bodies to promote SHEQ compliance.

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate, or IOSH Managing Safely/equivalent with a commitment to achieving NEBOSH within the first year.
• Experience in operational H&S or SHEQ, including risk assessments, inspections and incident investigations.
• Knowledge of HSE legislation, auditing and compliance procedures.
• Experience delivering safety training and engaging with employees at all levels.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience in waste management, manufacturing, construction or another industrial environment would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001, or an internal auditor qualification, would be desirable.
• Willingness to travel regularly between sites across Northern Ireland, with Belfast as the base location.

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