Safety & Risk Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy is looking for a Safety & Risk Consultant to join their team in Southwest England. The successful candidate will be a technical lead, managing a dedicated team and contributing to diverse projects with a focus on safety, sustainability, and compliance. This role promotes a flexible working environment within a people-first culture, prioritizing employee development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Focus on employee wellbeing

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams of Safety & Risk Consultants.
• Knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Safety & Risk Consultants across the Southwest region.
• Oversee Principal Designer and CDM Advisor duties.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations

Education

Chartered Safety Professional

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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

Competitive salary and excellent benefits

On behalf of a highly successful consultancy currently in an exciting period of growth, we are recruiting for an experienced and competent Safety & Risk Consultant to work within the Southwest of England.

This role offers the opportunity to become an essential member of an established Safety & Risk Team, supporting a valued and longstanding client in delivering diverse flood and coastal projects. The successful candidate will act as the technical lead for the region, overseeing a team that delivers Principal Designer and CDM Advisor duties across a varied portfolio of schemes.

About the Role

• Manage a team of Safety & Risk Consultants across the Southwest region
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including project managers and health, safety & wellbeing teams, as well as external delivery partners
• Projects will range from feasibility studies through to outline and detailed design and construction
• Ensure all designs consider buildability, sustainability, environmental, and health & safety requirements
• Chartered Safety Professional
• Sound working knowledge of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach with an ambition to innovate
• The ability to work away from the office location for short periods
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and excellent record keeping

The consultancy develops intelligent solutions using integrated planning and design to deliver lasting environmental and social legacies. With over 100 years of heritage, it remains committed to delivering low carbon, sustainable, and resilient water and environmental services.

As part of a wider group that provides environmental, engineering, and technical services across multiple sectors, the company values the growth and success of its employees and is committed to maintaining a people-first culture that fosters innovation and collaboration.

This role is within a business that promotes an ‘ENGAGED’ culture and prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The company offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements and supports a diverse and inclusive working environment. Employees are encouraged to grow and develop in a culture of care and mutual respect.