Trainee Health & Safety Advisor

Closing Date: Friday 28th August 2026 at 5:00pm

Shortlisting: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Email to Send CV's:  (FAO: David Williams & Kayleigh Bagshaw)

Job Title: Trainee Health & Safety Advisor

Department: Health & Safety

Reports To: HSE Director / HSE Manager

Location: Cardiff

Contract: Full Time & Permanent

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Salary: £28,000 per annum

CMB Engineering is one of the UK's largest independent Building Services Contractors in England and Wales. At CMB Engineering, personality and drive are key characteristics for a high performing team member. The business was formed in 1992 and since CMB began it has established itself as a ‘no grief’ partner to national blue chip construction firms.

As our Business continues to grow, we are looking for a Trainee Health & Safety Advisor to join our Health & Safety Team in Cardiff.

Working closely with experience Health & Safety professionals, you’ll gain valuable experience in risk management, auditing, incident investigation, legal compliance and safety culture development. Whilst progressing towards Health & Safety Qualifications.

Whilst experience and detailed knowledge are desirable, we also have a strong reputation for developing people. We remain a family business with family values and offer a working environment that supports hard work and encourages an enjoyable working environment.

• Assist with workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments
• Support accident and incident investigations
• Maintain Health and Safety records and documentation
• Help deliver inductions, toolbox talks and safety communications
• Monitor compliance with company procedures and legislation
• Support Managers in promoting a strong safety culture
• Assist in implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in training and work towards professional Health and Safety Qualifications
• Provide general support to the Health and Safety Team.

• Full UK driving license (essential)
• Motivated individual that can work as part of a team and to their own initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be proactive with tasks and duties
• Committed to following procedures and ensuring tasks are fully completed
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Confidence to engage with employees at all levels

• Strong interest in health, safety, and environment roles
• Positive, proactive attitude towards learning and development
• Strong observational and problem-solving abilities
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint)

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Company Pension Scheme

Please Note: Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we may only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if the demand in applications become high.

We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies.

CMB Engineering is an Equal Opportunities Employer.