Health and Safety Officer

Location: Brixton

Who We Are

Fixatex Ltd is a family-run electrical services provider built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence. Established in 2000, we have proudly supported clients across London and the Southeast for more than two decades. Operating from our head office, warehouse, and purpose-built training centre in Hertford, we deliver high-quality electrical services while continuously developing and supporting our people.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive, experienced Health & Safety Officer to join our growing team. You will play a key role in maintaining a strong safety culture across all Fixatex project sites, supporting the Director of Health & Safety, and ensuring full compliance with UK H&S legislation.

This is a primarily site-based role within London and surrounding areas, with a core working pattern of Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00, four days on site and one day at Fixatex's head office in Hertford (SG13), with flexibility depending on workload and project needs.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct regular H&S site inspections and audits across all work streams

* Monitor work practices, PPE use, housekeeping, first aid equipment, and statutory displays

* Ensure operatives follow RAMS and safe systems of work

* Support the investigation of incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts

* Prepare and assist with risk assessments, RAMS, Construction Phase Plans and COSHH assessments

* Ensure project-specific H&S Plans comply with CDM Regulations

* Monitor compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, EAWR 1989 and CDM 2015

* Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and refresher briefings

* Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations and corrective actions

* Support internal audits and ensure timely closeout of corrective actions

* Escalate significant safety concerns to the Director of H&S promptly

* Ensure welfare facilities, emergency procedures and safety signage are maintained

* Champion and model a proactive health & safety culture aligned with Fixatex Values

* Provide site-based data for monthly H&S performance reporting

* Support contractor competence assessments

* Liaise with clients, contractors, auditors and regulatory bodies as required

What We’re Looking For

10 years+ of experience in a Health & Safety role within electrical or construction sector

Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and construction safety standards

Practical experience working on construction/electrical sites

Confident communicator, able to influence and engage at all levels throughout the business

Assertively and constructively enforce safe practices

Strong attention to detail and hazard identification skills

Excellent organisational and record-keeping abilities

Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently, escalating issues appropriately

Comfortable working outdoors, at height, or in confined spaces (with appropriate training)

What You Will Have

NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate or NEBOSH Diploma Level 6 (or working towards)

IOSH / IIRSM Membership or IET Affiliate/Associate (Essential)

CSCS Managers/Professionals Card (Essential)

First Aid qualified (Essential)

CDM & SMSTS (Desirable)

Relevant electrical or construction qualifications (Desirable)

Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

At Fixatex, we believe great work deserves great rewards. You can expect:

Competitive salary based on experience

Private healthcare contribution

Increasing holiday allowance with length of service

Company vehicle, private mileage allowance, and fuel card

Supportive sick pay and wellbeing policies

All required equipment, PPE, and resources provided

Ongoing professional development and training at our in-house centre

Clear progression opportunities

A collaborative, supportive team culture

Flexibility where it’s needed

Regular team events and celebrations

£1000 employee referral scheme

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built and are looking for people who live by our values:

Care like it’s family

Ownership at every level

One team with integrity

Keep raising the bar

If you’re an experienced and motivated Health & Safety professional who values teamwork, safety excellence, and long-term career growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Fixatex family.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment practices promote equal opportunities, embrace diversity, and prevent discrimination. Candidates are assessed fairly and consistently against the skills, experience, and competencies required for each role, ensuring that all appointments are made on merit.

Beyond recruitment, we maintain an ongoing commitment to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive working environment for all. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels respected and supported, can contribute fully, and is encouraged to reach their full potential