Health And Safety Assistant

Sphere Solutions; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a Health & Safety Assistant to support compliance and promote safety culture across multiple sites in Plymouth. Ideal candidates will possess SMSTS, CSCS, and ideally NEBOSH qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary, company van, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Exciting projects in groundworks and infrastructure

Qualifications

• Experience in health & safety role within construction or civil engineering.
• Ability to engage site teams and promote safety best practices.
• Willingness to learn and develop in health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the H&S Manager and site teams for compliance.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments & Method Statements.
• Support the reporting and investigation of incidents.
• Deliver health & safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Ensure HSE legislation and company policies are followed.

Skills

Health & Safety compliance

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

NEBOSH Qualification

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Assistant - Groundworks & Infrastructure
Location: Plymouth
Job Type: Permanent

Take the Next Step in Your Health & Safety Career!

Are you passionate about health & safety and looking to develop your career in the groundworks and infrastructure sector? Do you have SMSTS, CSCS, and ideally NEBOSH (though not essential)? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor, ensuring high safety standards across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Support the H&S Manager and site teams to ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and promote a strong safety culture across all projects.
• Site Safety Inspections - Conduct regular site visits, monitoring compliance with health & safety regulations.
• RAMS - Assist in preparing and reviewing Risk Assessments & Method Statements, ensuring site teams adhere to best practices.
• Incident Reporting & Investigation - Support the reporting, investigation, and resolution of accidents and near misses.
• Toolbox Talks & Training - Deliver health & safety briefings, inductions, and toolbox talks to site personnel.
• Compliance & Auditing - Ensure HSE legislation and company policies are being followed across all projects.
• Support & Advice - Provide guidance to site managers and operatives, helping to maintain a safe working environment.

What We're Looking For

• SMSTS & CSCS Card - Essential for this role.
• NEBOSH Qualification - Preferred but not essential (willing to support the right candidate with training).
• Previous experience in a health & safety role within construction, groundworks, or civil engineering.
• Full UK Driving Licence - Required, as you will be travelling between sites.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage site teams and promote safety best practices.

What's On Offer

• Company Van & Fuel Card - Travel between sites with ease.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package - Including pension, bonuses, and more.
• Career Progression - Develop within a growing, safety-conscious company.
• Exciting Projects - Work on key groundworks and infrastructure schemes across the region.

How to Apply

If you're a Health & Safety Assistant looking for a new challenge in groundworks & infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you!

Please apply below or call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

This role is handled by Sphere Solutions, a specialist in construction recruitment