Health, Safety & CDM Manager - Cyson Cymru

Newport City Council; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Newport is seeking a Health, Safety & CDM Manager to lead their health and safety strategy across various services. This role requires substantial experience in senior health and safety roles, preferably within construction, and candidates must hold NEBOSH or equivalent qualifications. The position offers a salary of £47,181 per annum and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Annual increment

Nest pension enrolment

Annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays

Collaborative working environment

Commitment to social responsibility and inclusion

Qualifications

• Holds NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualifications.
• Is a Graduate Member of IOSH (or working towards Chartered status).
• Has substantial experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in construction or facilities.
• Knows CDM 2015 and can advise on compliance.
• Communicates clearly and leads with integrity.
• Has a UK driving license and is happy to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety strategy across diverse services.
• Act as competent person under Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• Develop and oversee policies, audits, and incident management.
• Provide expert advice to teams and senior leaders.
• Line manage one Health & Safety Advisor.
• Promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills

Health & Safety qualifications (NEBOSH or equivalent)

Experience in senior H&S role

Knowledge of CDM 2015

Excellent communication skills

UK driving license

Education

Graduate Member of IOSH

Job description

Health, Safety & CDM Manager - Cyson Cymru

Overview

Be the Safety Leader in a Brand‑New Organisation. Newport | £47,181 per annum | 37 hours/week | Hybrid Work Environment

Team Introduction

Our partner organisation for property services, Cyson Cymru, is on a mission to build something great. We’re building something new and safety will be at the heart of it. This is a rare opportunity to join a brand‑new organisation and shape how we protect our people, places, and projects from day one. You’ll be joining a forward‑thinking team that values collaboration, integrity, and impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead our health and safety strategy across diverse services including construction, cleaning, and property.
• Act as our competent person under Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• Develop and oversee policies, audits, and incident management.
• Provide expert advice to teams and senior leaders.
• Line manage one Health & Safety Advisor.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the organisation.

You’ll Be Someone Who…

• Holds NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualifications.
• Is a Graduate Member of IOSH (or working towards Chartered status).
• Has substantial experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in construction or facilities.
• Knows CDM 2015 inside out and can confidently advise on compliance.
• Communicates clearly and leads with integrity.
• Has a UK driving licence and is happy to travel to sites.

What You’ll Get

• A salary of £47,181 per annum + annual increment
• Nest pension enrolment
• Annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays – rising to 33 days with continuous service
• A truly supportive, collaborative working environment.
• A workplace that values social responsibility and inclusion.

Recruitment Timeline

Applications close: 21st November 2025

Expected Interview Dates: W/C 24th November 2025

Expected start date: January 2026

Take Action

Please read the job description to find out more and to read the full person specification. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background. If you need support with your application, we’re here to help—just let us know. Applications are also welcome in Welsh or English and will be treated equally.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

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