Health and Safety Officer

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected safety services provider in Hertford is looking for a Health & Safety Officer to ensure compliance with safety standards. The role includes conducting site inspections, delivering safety briefings, and fostering a safety culture. A strong background in construction or electrical sectors, along with NEBOSH certification and CSCS card, is required. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

28 Days Holiday

Pension

Training and Progression

Qualifications

• Proactive and can influence others regarding safety.
• Ability to conduct detailed site inspections and audits.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and willing to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety checks.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, CDM, EAWR, and UK H&S legislation.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings, promoting safety culture.

Skills

Experience in H&S within construction or electrical sectors

Strong knowledge of UK safety legislation and site practices

Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills

Education

NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate or Diploma (or working towards)

CSCS Managers/Professionals Card (essential)

Job description

Health & Safety Officer
Hertford
£45,000 - £50,000 Basic + Hybrid + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Progression + Training + Stability + 28 Days Holiday + Pension

Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional with a strong background in construction or electrical environments? Do you want a role where you can make a genuine impact, improve site safety standards, and work across a variety of projects while being part of a supportive and growing organisation? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected company delivering essential electrical and safety services across London and the Southeast.

This is a stable and rewarding role where you'll be conducting site inspections, supporting audits, delivering toolbox talks, and ensuring compliance across multiple work streams. If you're proactive, confident in influencing others, and want long-term career growth within a company that invests in its people, this Health & Safety Officer position could be your ideal next step.

Your Job As A Health & Safety Officer Will Include:

• Conducting regular site inspections, audits and safety checks
• Ensuring compliance with RAMS, CDM, EAWR and UK H&S legislation
• Supporting incident and near-miss investigations
• Preparing risk assessments, RAMS and Construction Phase Plans
• Delivering inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting internal audits
• Working closely with project teams, operatives and management
• Promoting a positive safety culture across all work streams

The Ideal Health & Safety Officer Will Have:

• NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate or Diploma (or working towards)
• CSCS Managers/Professionals Card (essential)
• Experience in H&S within construction or electrical sectors
• Strong knowledge of UK safety legislation and site practices
• Ability to engage, influence and challenge unsafe behaviours
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites