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Health & Safety Officer

Health & Safety Lead

Looking for a solid step into a role where you’ll actually influence how work is delivered on site, not just audit it?
I’m working with a well-established organisation that is investing heavily into its safety function. They’re looking for a Health & Safety Officer to support maintenance and construction activity.

This is a hands-on role supporting teams on repairs, compliance and capital projects ideal for someone who understands CDM and enjoys being visible on site rather than sat behind a desk.

The role:You’ll be supporting the safe delivery of maintenance and construction works across occupied housing stock, ensuring compliance, influencing behaviours and helping teams get things right first time.

You’ll be involved in:

  • Providing CDM support, including acting in a Principal Designer capacity
  • Preparing and managing pre-construction information
  • Reviewing construction phase plans, risk assessments and method statements
  • Carrying out site inspections and audits across live environments
  • Supporting contractor management and safe systems of work
  • Investigating incidents and driving improvements
  • Delivering toolbox talks and promoting a proactive safety culture

It’s a proper mix of technical CDM work and operational HSE support.
What they’re looking for:

  • NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
  • Strong understanding of CDM 2015
  • Experience in construction, maintenance, housing or property services
  • Confidence reviewing RAMS and construction phase plans
  • Comfortable working on site in live environments
  • Strong communication skills, able to influence operatives and contractors

Any experience supporting a Principal Designer function or working in housing is a bonus.
Why this role stands out:

  • You’re not just auditing, you’re genuinely influencing how work is delivered
  • Broad exposure across repairs, compliance and capital projects
  • Strong emphasis on culture, not just compliance
  • A role with visibility across operational teams and leadership

Salary & Benefits

  • £50,000
  • 37-hour working week
  • Hybrid working available
  • Mileage / travel required across sites
  • Strong focus on development and CPD

If you want something a bit more senior feeling than a typical "Officer" role, this is a really good move.

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