Contractor Management Officer

Shirley Parsons; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and safety consultancy is looking for a Contractor Management Officer in Birmingham. This permanent role involves managing contractor engagement to ensure safety and compliance on high-profile projects. Key responsibilities include reviewing contractor documentation, issuing work permits, and delivering safety inductions. The ideal candidate has a NEBOSH qualification and proven contractor management experience, with strong communication skills. Flexibility in working hours is necessary, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Proven experience in contractor management in sporting or construction environments.
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and coordinate complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractors in line with policy and legal requirements.
• Support large-scale projects ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations.
• Review contractor documentation and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Issue work permits and maintain accurate safety documentation.
• Deliver safety inductions and monitor contractor compliance on site.

Skills

Contractor management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Job description

Contractor Management Officer

Birmingham – Permanent

£40,000-£45,000

Our client is looking for a Contractor Management Officer to join their Health & Safety team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high‑profile projects and ensure contractors operate safely, compliantly, and efficiently. You'll be responsible for overseeing contractor engagement from pre‑qualification and documentation review to induction, monitoring, and permit control. This role is key to supporting major redevelopment projects and day‑to‑day operations, while promoting a proactive safety culture and enhancing compliance systems. This is a site‑based position in Birmingham.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractors in line with policy, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Support large‑scale projects, ensuring safe systems of work and compliance with CDM Regulations.
• Review contractor documentation (RAMS, insurance, permits) and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Issue work permits and maintain accurate authorisations and safety documentation.
• Deliver safety inductions and monitor contractor compliance on site.
• Support training and consistent use of compliance systems.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Proven experience in contractor management, ideally in sporting, construction, or large venue environments.
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and coordinate complex projects.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028831

Vacancy Owner: Nathan Thompson | [e-mail] | ([phone]