Safety Jobs in West Sussex | HSE Advisor Opportunity (£45,000 – £55,000)

If you are searching for safety jobs in West Sussex, this is a standout opportunity to join a well-established, UK-wide organisation as a Health, Safety & Environment Advisor (HSE Advisor).

Search² have been exclusively retained to support this hire, offering a rare opportunity to step into a multi-site role with real influence across a national operation.

HSE Advisor Job Overview

Job Title: Health, Safety & Environment Advisor (HSE Advisor)

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + Private Healthcare + Wellbeing Allowance + CPD

Location: West Sussex with multi-site travel

This is a field-based HSE Advisor role covering multiple operational sites, with the company's head office in West Sussex.

About the Company

We are supporting a well-established organisation operating across the UK within the leisure and travel sector.

With a large national footprint and a network of sites, the business delivers services to a substantial and loyal customer base. Their operations include site environments, events, contractor-led activities and public-facing services.

They are a values-led organisation focused on continuous improvement, strong risk management and maintaining safe, compliant environments across all areas of the business.

Why This is One of the Best Safety Jobs in West Sussex

If you are comparing safety jobs in West Sussex, this role stands out for a few key reasons:

• Opportunity to work across a large, multi-site national organisation

• Exposure to a wide range of risk environments, not just a single site

• A role with autonomy and the ability to influence real change

• Strong progression opportunities within a growing HSE function

• A varied workload across operational, strategic and advisory responsibilities

This is not a box-ticking compliance role. It is a hands-on, visible position where you will genuinely shape safety performance.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Health, Safety & Environment Advisor, you will:

• Provide competent health, safety and environmental advice across operational teams

• Support the development and continuous improvement of the HSE management system

• Work closely with site teams to embed a positive safety culture

• Develop, review and implement policies, procedures and safe systems of work

• Carry out audits, inspections and targeted deep-dive reviews

• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis

• Support risk assessments and implementation of practical controls

• Contribute to fire safety, emergency planning and environmental compliance

• Support contractor management and supplier assurance processes

• Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders

• Use data and reporting to track performance and drive improvement

You will gain exposure to:

• Occupational health and safety

• Fire and premises safety

• Construction and contractor management

• Environmental compliance

• Event and travel safety

• Food safety and public-facing environments

Requirements for This Safety Job in West Sussex

To be considered, you should have:

• Experience as a Health and Safety Advisor, HSE Advisor or SHEQ Advisor

• Background working within multi-site or operational environments

• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation

• Experience with audits, investigations and performance monitoring

• The ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels

• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

• Fire Risk Assessment qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)

Salary and Benefits

• £45,000 – £55,000 depending on experience

• Private healthcare

• Wellbeing allowance

• Ongoing CPD and professional development

• Opportunity to work within a progressive and supportive HSE team

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If you are exploring safety jobs in West Sussex and want a role that offers variety, progression and real impact, apply now or contact Search² for a confidential discussion.

Looking for Other Safety Jobs in West Sussex?

Search² specialise in placing professionals into:

• Health and Safety Advisor jobs

• HSE Advisor roles

• SHEQ Advisor positions

• Health and Safety Manager jobs

• Environmental and Sustainability roles

If this role is not suitable, we are currently working on a range of safety jobs in West Sussex and across the UK.

About Search²

Search² are specialist recruiters in Health, Safety, Environment and Risk across the UK.

We support organisations with the appointment of Health and Safety Advisors, HSE Advisors, SHEQ Advisors, Health and Safety Managers, HSE Managers and senior leadership hires within safety-critical industries.

Our approach focuses on both technical competence and behavioural fit, ensuring long-term success for both client and candidate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a HSE Advisor earn in the UK?

HSE Advisor salaries in the UK can vary depending on sector, location, level of responsibility and whether the role is single-site or multi-site. Many Health and Safety Advisor and HSE Advisor jobs fall within the £35,000 to £55,000 range, with higher salaries often available for more complex operational environments, national travel or specialist industry experience.

What qualifications do you need for a safety job?

The qualifications needed for a safety job will depend on the level of the role. For many Health and Safety Advisor positions, employers typically look for NEBOSH qualifications, such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Diploma, along with relevant practical experience. Some roles may also require IOSH membership, fire risk assessment training, environmental qualifications or sector-specific certifications.

What does a Health and Safety Advisor do?

A Health and Safety Advisor supports organisations in managing workplace risks, improving compliance and promoting a positive safety culture. This often includes carrying out audits and inspections, supporting risk assessments, investigating incidents, advising managers on legal duties, reviewing policies and procedures, and helping implement practical improvements across sites or operational teams.

If you are exploring safety jobs in West Sussex or looking for your next Health and Safety Advisor opportunity, Search² recruit for Health and Safety Advisors, HSE Advisors, SHEQ Advisors, Health and Safety Managers, HSE Managers and Environmental professionals across West Sussex and throughout the UK.

If this particular role is not quite right, get in touch to discuss other safety jobs in West Sussex and similar opportunities nationwide.