Health and Safety Officer

Daniel Owen Ltd; Hertford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction services provider is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer based in Hertfordshire. You will ensure compliance with safety regulations across project sites, primarily in London. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Health & Safety within the construction sector, a NEBOSH certification, and the ability to engage with teams at all levels. This role involves site inspections, incident investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 10 years+ of experience in a Health & Safety role within electrical or construction sector.
• Practical experience working on construction/electrical sites.
• First Aid qualified.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular H&S site inspections and audits.
• Monitor compliance with Health & Safety laws.
• Support incident investigations and safety culture.

Skills

Experience in a Health & Safety role

Knowledge of UK H&S legislation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH/IIRSM Membership

CSCS Managers/Professionals Card

Job description

Health & Safety Officer

Based in Hertfordshire

Permanent

£45-50K per annum

The Role

We are seeking a proactive, experienced Health & Safety Officer to join our growing team. You will play a key role in maintaining a strong safety culture across all project sites, supporting the Director of Health & Safety, and ensuring full compliance with UK H&S legislation.

This is a primarily site-based role within London and surrounding areas, with a core working pattern of Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00, four days on site and one day in the office, with flexibility depending on workload and project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular H&S site inspections and audits across all work streams
• Monitor work practices, PPE use, housekeeping, first aid equipment, and statutory displays
• Ensure operatives follow RAMS and safe systems of work
• Support the investigation of incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts
• Prepare and assist with risk assessments, RAMS, Construction Phase Plans and COSHH assessments
• Ensure project-specific H&S Plans comply with CDM Regulations
• Monitor compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, EAWR 1989 and CDM 2015
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and refresher briefings
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations and corrective actions
• Support internal audits and ensure timely closeout of corrective actions
• Escalate significant safety concerns to the Director of H&S promptly
• Ensure welfare facilities, emergency procedures and safety signage are maintained
• Champion and model a proactive health & safety culture aligned with company values
• Provide site-based data for monthly H&S performance reporting
• Support contractor competence assessments
• Liaise with clients, contractors, auditors and regulatory bodies as required

What We're Looking For

• 10 years+ of experience in a Health & Safety role within electrical or construction sector
• Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and construction safety standards
• Practical experience working on construction/electrical sites
• Confident communicator, able to influence and engage at all levels throughout the business
• Assertively and constructively enforce safe practices
• Strong attention to detail and hazard identification skills
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping abilities
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently, escalating issues appropriately
• Comfortable working outdoors, at height, or in confined spaces (with appropriate training)

What You Will Have

• NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate or NEBOSH Diploma Level 6 (or working towards)
• IOSH / IIRSM Membership or IET Affiliate/Associate (Essential)
• CSCS Managers/Professionals Card (Essential)
• First Aid qualified (Essential)
• CDM & SMSTS (Desirable)
• Relevant electrical or construction qualifications (Desirable)
• Full UK driving licence