Contractor Compliance & CDM Officer

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Stevenage is seeking a Contractor Compliance & CDM Officer to ensure project safety and compliance. The role offers a hybrid work model and emphasizes stakeholder communication and data analysis to maintain high safety standards. Candidates should hold relevant health and safety certifications and possess strong auditing skills.

Benefits

Onsite gym

Training and development opportunities

Excellent transportation links

Qualifications

• Minimum of a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate required.
• Ideally qualified to Level 6 Diploma standard.
• Valid CSCS Card is necessary for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Health & Safety inspections and ensure compliance.
• Gather and analyze data to produce actionable reports.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and promote safety culture.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Compliance Auditing

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Level 6 Diploma

CSCS Card

Auditing Qualification (ISO 45001 or ISO 14001)

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04.08.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence and a leader in defence innovation, is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety professional to join the Facilities Management team. This opportunity arises due to internal progression and offers the chance to work closely with the Contractor Compliance & CDM Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all Facilities Project activities and contractor operations are delivered safely and in line with best practice, within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

As a Contractor Compliance & CDM Officer, you will support the Facilities Management team while contributing to wider business projects. The role involves building strong contractor relationships and ensuring safe, compliant project delivery. This is a hybrid role within a 37-hour work week, typically involving 34 days on-site and 12 days working from home to support flexibility and work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bring extensive experience working in construction environments, with a strong understanding of site safety and operational protocols.
• Conduct focused Health & Safety inspections, ensuring timely closure of actions and continuous compliance.
• Gather and analyse data to produce clear, actionable reports and insights.
• Contribute to internal assurance and continuous improvement through auditing processes.
• Identify issues and implement practical, effective solutions to support safe project delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and promote a positive safety culture.
• Ensure business activities remain compliant with relevant legislation and standards.
• Conduct investigations and deliver detailed reports with supporting statistical analysis.

What do you need?:

• Hold a minimum of a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate, demonstrating a solid foundation in health and safety principles.
• Ideally qualified to Level 6 Diploma standard, reflecting advanced knowledge and professional development in the field.
• Possess a valid CSCS Card, ensuring compliance with site safety requirements.
• Desirable to have an auditing qualification (e.g., ISO 45001 or ISO 14001), supporting internal compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, if it meets our selection criteria, you will be contacted via email by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This call will explore your competencies and capabilities to match the position's demands. Please note, this is contingent upon your initial application success.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by our client's Security Team, after the offer stage.

More about the role:

Our client has maintained a strong partnership with the UK military for over 70 years, achieving numerous milestones in defence engineering and providing essential defence capabilities across land, sea, and air.

This role is based at the client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees.