Health and Safety Lead

Principal People Recruitment; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Lead for a major Civil Engineering project in the UK. The successful candidate will enhance HSQE culture, provide compliance guidance, and lead investigations. The role offers a salary of up to £63,000, a £4,700 car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including a 15% pension scheme and discretionary bonus. If you are ready to make a difference in a high-profile project, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

15% project uplift

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Life Assurance Policy

Funding for qualifications

Membership fees for 1 professional body

Qualifications

• Experience with Civil Engineering, Heavy Construction, or Major Projects is essential.
• NEBOSH certification is required.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance is a must.

Responsibilities

• Foster an inclusive HSQE culture.
• Provide professional HSQE advice and guidance.
• Lead accident investigations and develop solutions.

Skills

Experience with Civil Engineering

Strong understanding of regulatory compliance

Leadership in HSQE culture

Education

NEBOSH General or Construction

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health and Safety Lead to join a leading organisation specialising in Major Civil Engineering projects.

They’re known for delivering technically complex ground engineering and major infrastructure projects across the UK. The business combines global expertise with strong local delivery and has a track record of working on high-profile schemes in energy, transport, and marine sectors.

You will play a key role in supporting a significant, high-profile Civil Engineering project that utilises unique construction methods never seen before here in the UK.

Health and Safety Lead – £60,000-£63,000 + £4,700 Car Allowance + 15% Project Uplift + Subsistence + 15% Pension + Package - Civil Engineering – East Anglia– ID : (phone number removed)

What’s In It For You?

Salary up to £63,000

15% project uplift

Subsistence (Depending on location)

£4,700 Car Allowance or Company Car

Fuel Card

Up to 15% Pension Scheme

Discretionary Bonus

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (with the option to buy more)

Life Assurance Policy

Funding for qualifications

Membership fees for 1 professional body

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Health and Safety Manager, the successful candidate will:

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative environment to enhance HSQE culture and maturity.
• Support the implementation of the HSQE strategy, driving continuous improvement on short, medium, and long-term objectives.
• Provide professional HSQE advice and guidance to project teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Support on reporting of Health and Safety performance to the senior leadership team, including analysis of data and advising on the improvement areas.
• Develop, maintain and implement process and procedures aligned with the organisation, project and management system.
• Lead on accident investigations and develop solutions to address performance gaps.

What They’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring :

• Experience with Civil Engineering, Heavy Construction or Major Projects.
• NEBOSH General or Construction as a minimum
• A passion for fostering a strong HSQE culture and leading by example.
• A strong understanding of regulatory compliance.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your HSQE career and contribute to projects that leave a lasting positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join a company where your expertise and passion will make a tangible difference