H&S Assistant

Sphere Solutions; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is recruiting a Health & Safety Assistant to support a major construction project in South Wales. Based on site in Cardiff, you will help implement and monitor health and safety policies, conduct inspections, and assist with risk assessments to ensure compliance and safe working practices.

The role requires experience in construction health and safety, a good understanding of legislation, and strong communication skills to engage with site teams and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Assistant or similar role within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and site procedures.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or relevant health and safety qualification advantageous.
• Proactive, organised, with good communication skills to engage with site teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and monitoring of health and safety policies, procedures and site standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety checks, identify hazards and report improvements.
• Assist with risk assessments, method statements and review of safe systems of work.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation, procedures, and project requirements.
• Support accident and incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
• Assist with site inductions, toolbox talks and health and safety briefings.
• Maintain accurate H&S records and documentation with site teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Health & safety

Site safety

Communication skills

Proactive

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

HEALTH & SAFETY ASSISTANT

Location: Cardiff

Sector: Construction / Major Projects

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Site Based

A leading construction contractor is looking to recruit a Health & Safety Assistant to support a major, high-value construction project in South Wales, with a project value of up to £300 million.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the implementation and monitoring of health and safety policies, procedures and site standards
• Carrying out regular site inspections and safety checks, identifying hazards and reporting any areas requiring improvement
• Assisting with risk assessments, method statements and the review of safe systems of work
• Helping to monitor compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures and project requirements
• Supporting accident and incident reporting, investigations and the implementation of corrective actions
• Assisting with site inductions, toolbox talks and other health and safety briefings
• Maintaining accurate H&S records, inspection reports and documentation while working closely with site teams and subcontractors

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Assistant or similar role within the construction industry
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation, site procedures and safe working practices
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or a relevant health and safety qualification would be advantageous
• A proactive, organised individual with good communication skills and the confidence to engage with site teams and subcontractors

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.