Health & Safety Coordinator – Construction (INDM1) Location: South West Contract: 6-month temporary contract Hours: Full-time Pay: £25.26 per hour PAYE / £32.19 per hour Umbrella
A council in the South West is looking to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Coordinator to join its Construction Safety Team within Housing & Landlord Services. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction health and safety professional to take on a senior role supporting housing repairs and maintenance, contractor compliance and the continuous improvement of health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist health and safety advice to managers, operational teams and contractors.
- Support the delivery of the council’s health and safety strategy and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
- Oversee health and safety audits and inspections across construction sites, contractors and mobile workplaces.
- Advise on HSE guidance, best practice and technical safety requirements, including CDM.
- Support and deputise for the Construction Safety Manager when required.
- Provide day-to-day support and supervision to the Construction Safety Team.
- Challenge contractor performance and drive improvements in health and safety standards.
- Deliver allocated projects and promote a positive health and safety culture across housing repairs and maintenance services.
Requirements
- Proven experience providing specialist health and safety advice within a construction environment.
- A good understanding of construction health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.
- Experience undertaking or overseeing site inspections, audits and contractor compliance.
- The confidence to challenge working practices and advise managers on health and safety matters.
- Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to support colleagues, deliver projects and drive continuous improvement.
Additional Information
Initial 6-month temporary contract. The council is looking for someone to start as soon as possible, ideally allowing an overlap with the current postholder. Office attendance is required approximately 3 days per week, with Tuesday and Wednesday mandatory.
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