Health & Safety Officer

Tate; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking a Health & Safety Officer in Barrow-in-Furness to oversee compliance and safety on site. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication skills, and possesses relevant qualifications such as SMSTS or IOSH. Responsibilities include maintaining H&S documentation, conducting training sessions, and guiding safe operational practices. Competitive salary between £35,000 – £50,000 based on experience, along with a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving licence.
• Experience in health & safety or as a construction/site manager with H&S bias.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations and RIDDOR.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and compliant performance of work.
• Audit RAMS and ensure accurate Site H&S Files.
• Provide training through Toolbox Talks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership and teamwork

Attention to detail

Construction knowledge

Education

SMSTS, IOSH or similar

Job description

Health & Safety Officer – Northampton

Office based and site visits. Salary £35,000 – £50,000 depending on experience. Must have a full driving licence.

We’re looking for an experienced H&S professional, or a construction or site manager with H&S bias, who is operationally familiar with CDM Regulations, RIDDOR and good Health Safety and Welfare practice in construction.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing safe/compliant performance of work
• Accurate RAMS and Site H&S Files
• Timely and appropriate auditing
• Maintaining workforce relationships
• Providing training via Toolbox Talks or classroom
• H&S Policy Review
• Incident record and note keeping
• Explaining H&S procedures to customers/clients
• Timely and correct use of systems
• Reporting of RIDDOR
• Review of companywide procedures to ensure safety/welfare
• Keeping abreast of H&S industry changes

Qualifications and skills:

• Ideally SMSTS, IOSH or similar
• Construction knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Leadership and teamwork
• Full driving licence and flexible approach to working

Our client has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, restoring character homes and working with insurers and professionals, helping homeowners reimagine their spaces.

Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and pride in every detail.