Health & Safety Officer

Kane Group Building Services Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kane Group Building Services Ltd is seeking a Health & Safety Officer to oversee site safety and compliance on large construction projects. The successful candidate will conduct audits, produce method statements, and liaise with authorities. This role requires NEBOSH certifications and at least three years of experience in a similar position. Join a forward-thinking company committed to safety and employee development.

Benefits

Cash Health Plan

Company Pension scheme

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits

Paid professional subscriptions

Cycle to Work Scheme

Corporate Gym discount

Annual Health Checks

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a Health & Safety Officer role.
• Experience working under OHSAS 18001 Health & Safety Management System.
• Experience in Mechanical or Electrical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health & safety site audits and write reports.
• Produce Method Statements for Mechanical & Electrical works.
• Carry out accident investigations and produce reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety

NEBOSH National Certificate in Environmental Management

NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety

CSR / CSCS Card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

• Responsible to Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
• Salary Depending on Experience

Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building services engineering contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

We're an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.

We are actively looking for a Health & Safety Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Working under and reporting to Kane Group Health & Safety Manager
• Carrying out health & safety site audits on large construction sites and writing up reports
• Producing Method Statements for predominantly Mechanical & Electrical works but also general building works
• Reviewing subcontractor Method Statements & Risk Assessments
• Completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires for tenders
• Carrying out Toolbox Talks with site operatives
• Take part in audits carried out by external auditing bodies
• Carrying out in-house training such as Manual Handing, Abrasive Wheels & Face Fit Testing
• Attending health & safety site meetings as required
• Carrying out accident investigations and produce reports
• Liaising with local authorities and statutory bodies such as HSE as required
• Any other duties required to fulfil the requirements of the position

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety
• CSR / CSCS Card
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Environmental Management
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety
• Full UK driving licence

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience of working under OHSAS 18001 Health & Safety Management System
• 3+ years’ experience in a Health & Safety Officers Role
• Experience in working under accreditation bodies such as Achilles, CHAS, SMAS & Construction line
• Experience working as a health & safety officer within Mechanical or Electrical disciplines.

Abilities & Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Calm and decisive under pressure
• Perseverance and tenacity to resolve the health & safety challenges that arise within the construction industry
• Ability to manage and multi task multiple issues to successful conclusion
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Willingness to develop Health & Safety knowledge
• Proficient in communication through the written word and presenting to senior management / main contractors in both written and oral formats
• Full UK driving license

Company Benefits

• Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
• 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
• Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Variety of employee discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate Gym discount for Kane employees
• Branded clothing
• Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
• Annual Health Checks
• Awards for long service
• Additional annual leave based on length of service
• Training and development opportunities

Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

If you think you have the expertise and knowledge to fulfill this role.