Construction Health & Safety Officer

Pertemps; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading estate management provider in Exeter is seeking a Construction Health & Safety Officer for a 6-month contract. This role involves overseeing health and safety for various construction projects, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and delivering training. The ideal candidate has a degree in a construction-related field, NEBOSH certification, and substantial experience in construction safety management, all while working in a dynamic, impactful environment.

Benefits

Competitive, flexible package

Opportunity for further opportunities with the same client

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction safety management.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Shape and implement construction health & safety policies and procedures.
• Advise on safety across major projects and campus-wide initiatives.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff and contractors.

Skills

Health and safety management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in construction-related discipline

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

Construction Health & Safety Officer

Exeter

6 Month Contract

Are you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and thriving construction environments? We are currently seeking a Construction Health & Safety Officer to join one of the cities' largest estate holders on an interim basis to oversee an exciting period of re-development.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead on health and safety for all building works—from new builds and refurbishments to maintenance projects—ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and the highest safety standards.

What You’ll Do

• Shape and implement construction health & safety policies and procedures.
• Advise on safety across major projects and campus-wide initiatives.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff and contractors.
• Collaborate with the client's Health & Safety Team and external bodies like the HSE.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in a construction-related discipline.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in construction safety management.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable: Chartered status (CIOB, RICS, RIBA), IOSH/APS membership, NEBOSH Diploma.

What the opportunity provides

• You could be part of a leading estate management providercommitted to health, safety, and wellbeing and have an influence on major development projects across beautiful estates.
• You'll have the opportunity to work with a collaborative team in a role that makes a real impact.
• Whilst this is a contract role, estimated for run for 6 months, it may open doors for further opportunities with the same client.
• A competitive, flexible package.

Ready to help shape a safer future? Apply now and make a difference.