SPA Health, Safety & Wellbeing Senior Advisor

Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Senior Advisor.

Location:                     Flexible/Hybrid from Peterborough office and home
Employment Type:      Full-time, Permanent

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Senior Advisor to support and enhance our project delivery team.

What will you be doing as our new Health, Safety & Wellbeing Senior Advisor? 

Reporting to the HSW Manager you will play a key role in supporting the practical delivery of the Alliance’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing strategy across SPA. Working closely with project and delivery teams, the role focuses on embedding safe working practices, promoting wellbeing and behavioural safety, and ensuring consistent application of HSW procedures on site.

Through regular site engagement, coaching, and visible leadership, you will help build competence, support compliance, and ensure a positive safety culture. The role also contributes to assurance activities, incident management, and collaborative engagement with supply chain partners, acting as a day-to-day link between operational teams and the wider HSW function.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide visible and proactive leadership across operational teams, promoting high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing through everyday engagement and role modelling.
• Support the development and performance of HSW team members by offering coaching, guidance, and feedback to help drive consistent, high-quality outputs.
• Support the implementation of the Alliance’s HSW strategy by helping operational teams apply policies, procedures, and risk controls throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong working relationships with delivery teams, supply chain partners, and other stakeholders to support collaborative problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
• Explore ‘new ways’ of working with teams, for the purposes of enhanced HSW management, and efficiencies operationally.
• Promote Inclusive Site Culture - Actively support the creation of inclusive working environments on site by encouraging respectful behaviours, challenging inappropriate conduct, and ensuring all team members feel valued and heard.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours:

This job might be for you if you have:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification Experience in an operational health and safety role within infrastructure, utilities, or construction
• Experience in an operational health and safety role within infrastructure, utilities, or construction
• Working knowledge of HSW legislation within the Construction/Infrastructure industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at the frontline
• Demonstrated ability to lead and support individuals or small teams, including coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Experience in coordinating resources and supporting team development in line with operational needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to solve problems and resolve potential conflicts

Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, but we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.

If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today! 

Why Join SPA?

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, and Jacobs.

Together, we’re combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come.

• Flexible Working: We support remote working, part-time hours, and flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle if the role allows.
• Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area.
• Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Whatever your background, if this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Our Purpose

Our mission is simple yet vital: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive.

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and excited to lead in a transformative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging.

Take the Next Step

If you’re passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

and be part of Anglian Water’s journey to build a more sustainable, water-secure future.