Health & Safety Officer

Tate; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Northampton seeks an experienced Health & Safety Officer. The role involves site visits and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You will be responsible for risk assessments, training the workforce, and managing health and safety documentation. Ideal candidates will have SMSTS or IOSH certification, a full driving licence, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £50,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and flexible approach to working.
• Operational familiarity with CDM Regulations and RIDDOR.
• Experience in training and supervising workforce.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe/compliant performance of work.
• Maintain accurate RAMS and Site H&S files.
• Conduct timely audits and ensure proper reporting of incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

SMSTS or IOSH certification

Job description

Health & Safety Officer

Northampton - office based and site visits

£35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.

Must have full driving licence.

We're looking for an experienced H&S professional, or a construction or site manager with H&S bias. Operationally familiar with CDM Regulations; RIDDOR and good Health Safety and Welfare practice in construction. Able to accurately assess/determine safety features and needs; create suitable Risk Assessments and Method Statements appreciable by trades and sub-contractors.

Confident to train and supervise workforce and to deliver recommendations upwards to senior management. Able to investigate accidents; resolve disputes and seek/follow professional guidance when required.

Your role will 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

What are we looking for?

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

For nearly 20 years, our client has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship-restoring character homes, working with insurers and professionals, and helping homeowners reimagine their spaces. From heritage properties to modern projects, they deliver care, precision, and expertise.

Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and pride in every detail-where your skills make a real impact.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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