Health and Safety Officer

The Highfield Company; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural steel fabricator is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Officer to promote a positive health and safety culture. The role involves monitoring compliance with regulations, conducting inspections, and supporting safety initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH and previous experience in a relevant field. The company offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear career development opportunities

Strong team culture

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH is essential.
• Previous experience in structural steel, construction, or manufacturing is required.
• Strong understanding of current health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Support development of RAMS and safe systems of work.

Skills

NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH

Previous experience in structural steel, construction, or manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of CDM regulations

Excellent communication and reporting skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Job description

Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
Location: West London
Salary: 40,000 - 55,000

Company Overview:

A leading structural steel fabricator is seeking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Officer to join its team. Renowned for delivering complex and high-value projects across UK,as the company continues to grow and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental performance across its operations.

Role Overview:

The Health & Safety Officer will play a key role in promoting a positive health and safety culture across both the fabrication facility and site-based activities. This individual will ensure the business remains compliant with legislation, implements best practices, and supports operational teams through proactive and practical safety leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and enforcing compliance with current health and safety legislation, policies, and procedures.

• Conducting site and workshop inspections, audits, and risk assessments.

• Supporting the development and implementation of RAMS, method statements, and safe systems of work.

• Delivering safety briefings, toolbox talks, and internal training sessions.

• Investigating incidents, accidents, and near misses, and ensuring that appropriate corrective actions are taken.

• Maintaining accurate records of health and safety activities, audits, and training.

• Liaising with internal teams, clients, and external agencies on all H&S matters.

• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the overall promotion of a safety-first culture.

Candidate Requirements:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH - Essential

• Previous experience within a structural steel, construction, or manufacturing environment - Essential

• A strong understanding of CDM regulations, risk assessments, and current H&S legislation

• Excellent communication and reporting skills

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and across multiple location

What the Company Offers:

• A competitive salary and benefits package

• Clear career development opportunities within a growing business

• A strong team culture with an emphasis on safety and operational excellence

• Ongoing training and support for CPD and professional development

If you are interested in this position please get in touch with our Structural Steel Specialist Sharon O'Donnell