Health & Safety Inspector

Howells Solutions Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Howells Solutions Limited is seeking a Health & Safety Inspector to join a sector-leading construction company in the London and East region. The role is hybrid with frequent travel to live sites.

You will drive a culture of safety, support management systems, and inspect projects to ensure high SHE standards across multiple sites and offices. A strong background in construction safety and IOSH/NEBOSH qualifications is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ Level 5 in Occupational Safety and Health is required.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate is essential.
• CertIOSH membership is preferred.
• Knowledge of Temporary Works and lifting operations is beneficial.
• SMSTS is expected for site safety.
• Awareness of Asbestos Regulations and a valid CSCS card are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to promote a proactive health and safety culture across all projects.
• Support management of Safety, Health and Environmental Management Systems and accreditations.
• Assist project teams to achieve high SHE standards across project delivery phases.
• Regularly visit live sites to validate SHE compliance and provide practical guidance.
• Conduct comprehensive SHE inspections with same-day written reports and de-briefs.
• Lead on incident investigations and share lessons learned.
• Deliver in-house SHE training and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Skills

SHE professional

Construction methods knowledge

Incident investigation

SHE management systems

Excellent communication

Education

Diploma/ Level 5 in Occupational Safety and Health

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

CertIOSH (IOSH)

SMSTS

Full driving license

Temporary Works understanding

Lifting knowledge

Asbestos Regulations awareness

Job description

Health & Safety Inspector

Up to £78k plus package including car or car allowance

London & East Region

We are working with a sector leading tier 1 Construction company to recruit a Health, Safety & Environmental Inspector to join them in the South region. This is a hybrid role with frequent travel expected to sites across London and the East region.

Joining a team of inspectors who cover the length and breadth of the country, you will be responsible for driving a culture of safety, compliance and continuous improvement across all projects and offices. You will be an integral part of the team's continued excellence in maintaining high standards of business SHE compliance.

Collaborating with Project teams, SHE Managers, senior management and stakeholders you will ensure the company remains a leader in the construction sectors SHE excellence.

Key duties:

• Lead by example, and promote a proactive, positive health and safety culture across all projects in the business.
• Support management of the business Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems and all associated accreditations.
• Support project teams to achieve the highest standards of SHE Compliance throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Regularly visit live sites to validate SHE compliance, monitor performance, and provide practical guidance.
• Complete comprehensive, thorough SHE Compliance inspections with same day written reports, site team de-brief on clarity of required improvements, time frames & expectations.
• Contribute to safety culture, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead on pre-mortem accident and incident investigation scenarios, testing the viability of internal procedures, ensuring findings are shared and lessons learnt implemented.
• Deliver in-house training and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives across the business.
• Coaching & mentoring operational teams in SHE Compliance.
• Represent the SHE Compliance team at external & Internal groups promoting the company's commitment to best practice, SHE compliance and innovation.
• Maintain & manage an accurate & robust inspection outlook calendar.

Required experience:

• A seasoned SHE Professional in the construction industry with Main Contractor or enforcing authority experience.
• Strong proven working knowledge of construction methods, temporary works, Lifting, groundworks and associated risks.
• Experience managing SHE across multiple live projects or regions.
• Proven ability to investigate / lead incidents and liaise with statutory agencies.
• Experience developing and maintaining SHE Compliance management systems & procedures.
• Experienced people person with excellent communication skills at all levels, with an ability to have difficult conversations & challenge behaviours.

Essential Certificates

• Diploma/ Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Certificated Member (CertIOSH) of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
• In depth / proven understanding of Temporary Works
• Proven understanding of Lifting
• Fire Risk Assessor / FSC
• Appropriate, in-date CSCS Card
• SMSTS
• Scaffold Inspection Experience
• Understanding heavy plant & equipment
• Awareness & understanding of Asbestos Regulations.
• Full driving license