Safety & Risk Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Southwest England is seeking a Safety & Risk Consultant to support diverse flood and coastal projects. This full-time role involves team management, collaboration with stakeholders, and ensuring project compliance with safety and environmental standards. The company prioritizes innovative, sustainable solutions and employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing teams of Safety & Risk Consultants.
• Possesses Full UK Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Safety & Risk Consultants across the Southwest region.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on projects.
• Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and sustainability standards.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Innovation Mindset

Education

Chartered Safety Professional Status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safety & Risk Consultant – Southwest England

Location: Southwest England (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Recruitment Partner: On behalf of a leading engineering consultancy

Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent benefits

We are seeking an experienced Safety & Risk Consultant to join a growing consultancy in the Southwest of England. This role involves supporting a longstanding client with diverse flood and coastal projects, acting as the regional technical lead overseeing Principal Designer and CDM Advisor duties.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage a team of Safety & Risk Consultants across the Southwest region.
2. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers and safety teams.
3. Contribute to projects from feasibility to design and construction phases.
4. Ensure designs meet buildability, sustainability, environmental, and safety standards.
5. Maintain Chartered Safety Professional status.
6. Apply knowledge of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
7. Possess a Full UK Driving Licence.
8. Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills.
9. Show proactive approach and innovation mindset.
10. Be willing to work away from the office temporarily.
11. Proficient in Microsoft Office and record keeping.

The company emphasizes sustainable, low-carbon solutions with over 100 years of heritage. It fosters a people-first, inclusive culture with flexible working arrangements, prioritizing employee wellbeing and professional growth.