Safety Advisor

Construction Safety Advisor Summary

OH Medical is recruiting for an experienced Construction Safety Advisor to join a leading organisation on a permanent basis, predominantly based in Stevenage with regular travel to sites across the UK, including Bristol and Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional with strong Construction Design and Management (CDM) experience to join a growing Facilities Management team supporting a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects.

Offering a salary of circa £52,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits, this role provides the chance to influence safety standards across a large and complex estate.

• Provide expert support and guidance on the implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations across construction and facilities projects.
• Support the delivery of Principal Designer duties for small works projects.
• Work alongside Project Managers to ensure health and safety compliance throughout project life cycles.
• Provide competent health and safety advice to Facilities Management teams and wider stakeholders.
• Conduct inspections of active construction sites and contractor activities.
• Monitor contractor compliance and report on contractor performance and safety statistics.
• Assist with accident and incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required.
• Support internal and external audits relating to health and safety and CDM compliance.
• Work closely with maintenance service providers to ensure adherence to company procedures and legislative requirements.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of safety processes and procedures.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and project teams across multiple UK locations.
• Travel regularly across the UK estate to support project delivery and compliance activities.

• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent.
• Membership of IOSH with evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations.
• Experience supporting construction, facilities management or property-related projects.
• Understanding of the Principal Designer role.
• IMaPS or CMaPS membership would be beneficial.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across a varied project portfolio.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.

• Circa £52,000 per annum dependent on experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Permanent position.
• Hybrid working arrangement with 3 to 4 days per week on site.
• Predominantly Stevenage-based with travel to other UK locations.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of construction and facilities projects.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.