Principal Designer / Senior H&S Consultant

Fairhurst; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Designer to provide safety and risk management consultancy across various projects. The role involves compliance with regulations, consultancy services, and collaboration with colleagues. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package

Training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees

Contributory pension, healthcare, and life insurance

33 days annual leave, including public holidays

Bonus schemes, including loyalty and qualification awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a lead figure in H&S consultancy/CDM Co-Ordinator roles.
• Proficient in IT systems, including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking the role of CDM Adviser/Principal Designer on construction projects.
• Serving as a Safety Consultant providing H&S consultancy services.
• Collaborating with senior colleagues to grow the business.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

Recognised H&S/Risk management qualifications

Chartered Membership

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Glasgow

About the Company – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in creating opportunities and an environment where top talent can thrive and make a positive impact in our communities and society.

About the Role – Reporting to the responsible Technical Director and Lead Consultant, the individual will act as a key member of our established team providing Principal Designer services, safety, and risk management consultancy support across various projects. The successful candidate will be expected to travel throughout the UK and internationally on short-term site-based assignments as needed for individual projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertaking the role of CDM Adviser/Principal Designer on a range of construction projects, complying with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Serving as a Safety Consultant providing H&S consultancy services, including:
  • Safety services for major public events
  • Development, delivery, and auditing of H&S management systems
  • Training development and delivery
  • Fire Risk Assessments
  • Accident & Incident Investigations
• Collaborating with senior colleagues to grow the business and H&S consultancy team, including preparing and submitting proposals for new clients and projects.
• Sharing knowledge and best practices with colleagues.
• Engaging in CPD activities to maintain and develop skills related to Engineering and H&S/Risk Management.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Recognised H&S/Risk management qualifications, with a desire to further develop competence, skills, and experience. Ideally, the candidate will hold or be working towards Chartered Membership with a recognized industry body.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and team-oriented approach, with a desire to expand knowledge in Engineering and H&S sectors.
• Proactive in implementing H&S management practices.
• Experience as a lead figure in H&S consultancy/CDM Co-Ordinator roles.
• Ability to work within a busy department, leading junior staff.
• Team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Proficient in IT systems, including MS Office.
• Experience working in an office environment with strong business administration skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Willing and able to travel to project sites, including overseas, and work away from the office for short periods.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• Training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees
• Contributory pension, healthcare, and life insurance
• 33 days annual leave, including public holidays
• Leave purchase and buy-back schemes
• Bonus schemes, including loyalty and qualification awards
• Additional benefits may vary by office

You can learn more about our staff benefits here.

ETHOS

At Fairhurst, we believe that progress in our industry depends on people. We are committed to building a more inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace where everyone can contribute and succeed.