Health & Safety Advisor

DARA People; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Freelance Health & Safety Advisor in Rochester. You will lead site safety for a major construction project, manage compliance with CDM regulations, and interact directly with clients. The ideal candidate must have more than 7 years' experience in a construction Health & Safety role and a NEBOSH General Certificate. Competitive pay of £300 per day is offered along with excellent facilities.

Benefits

On-site parking

Excellent facilities

Supportive project team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in a construction-based Health & Safety role.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations.
• Proven client-side safety advisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Health & Safety across site operations.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and toolbox talks.
• Promote proactive safety culture and ensure compliance.

Skills

CDM knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Risk assessment abilities

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Freelance Health & Safety Advisor - Rochester

Rate: £300 per day (outside IR35, depending on experience)
Location: Rochester - commutable from Maidstone, Gillingham, Dartford, and Gravesend

The Role

We're seeking an experienced Freelance Health & Safety Advisor to lead site safety on a major construction and refurbishment project for a leading logistics client in Rochester. You'll act as the on-site Health and Safety lead, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations and driving best practice across a busy multi-contractor environment. This freelance position offers full autonomy, direct client interaction, and the chance to make a genuine impact on a flagship project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Health & Safety across site operations and multiple contractors
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, risk assessments, and toolbox talks
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all site teams and subcontractors
• Liaise with project managers and senior stakeholders to maintain compliance
• Ensure full adherence to CDM Regulations and company procedures
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years' experience in a construction-based Health & Safety role, with strong CDM knowledge
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or higher qualification)
• Proven experience in a client-side safety advisory role
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Confident in challenging unsafe behaviours and influencing positive change

What's on Offer

• £300 per day (outside IR35, depending on experience)
• Key freelance role on a high-profile logistics construction project
• On-site parking and excellent facilities
• Supportive and professional project team environment

How to Apply

If you're a Freelance Health & Safety Advisor with 7+ years' CDM experience and are based in or around Rochester, apply today to join this major construction project.