Health and Safety (H&S) Lead / Officer

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Health and Safety (H&S) Lead / Officer, Suffolk

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a global leader in innovative water treatment solutions, delivering advanced technology and engineering expertise to major industrial and energy projects worldwide. They are currently supporting a major infrastructure project in England’s energy sector, providing cutting-edge water treatment solutions for the site.

This role offers an experienced Health and Safety professional the chance to lead safety efforts on a high-profile project. As Project H&S Lead, you will oversee the H&S program, ensure compliance, manage risks, and promote best practices on-site. You will work closely with company and client site representatives, stakeholders, and contractors to foster a culture of safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the implementation of H&S management programs, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct daily site inspections, monitor construction activities, and maintain the H&S hazard log.
• Identify and assess risks, proactively addressing safety concerns and escalating issues when necessary.
• Compile and present safety reports, tracking key indicators and providing insights to project leadership.
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure a proactive safety culture.
• Represent H&S interests in meetings with clients, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on safety objectives.
• Support or lead incident investigations, ensuring lessons learned are implemented effectively.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of Health and Safety experience, including experience managing H&S on construction sites.
• Experience in water treatment / utilities / engineering projects - an advantage.
• Certifications in site safety and emergency response – required.
• Certifications in risk assessment – an advantage.
• Experience interfacing with manufacturers, suppliers, GC, contractors, and international clients.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and subcontractors.
• Proficient in report writing, incident investigation, and H&S documentation.
• Confident delivering inductions and training sessions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, H&S, or a related field – an advantage.