Senior Construction Safety Advisor – Cardiff On‑Site

Safety Talent Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety Talent Limited in Cardiff is recruiting an experienced Senior Safety Advisor to join a major construction development. This on-site role will work closely with the senior safety lead and project team, delivering practical health and safety guidance across construction activities.

The role demands independent decision-making and the ability to deputise for the senior safety lead when needed. Fixed-term for at least six months, with potential extension as the project runs through late 2028

Qualifications

• Solid background in construction health and safety.
• Experience on sizeable, complex construction projects.
• Recognised health and safety qualification, preferably NEBOSH Construction.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, RAMS and construction risk management.
• Experience with principal contractors and subcontractors.
• Strong written communication, reporting and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical health and safety advice to site management, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Undertake site inspections, audits and compliance monitoring.
• Review RAMS and support the implementation of safe systems of work.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify risks and implement controls.
• Support incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions.
• Attend site meetings, engage with contractors and communicate safety expectations.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and support site compliance requirements.
• Deputise for the senior safety lead when required.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Written communication

Reporting

IT skills

Education

NEBOSH Construction

Job description

Safety Talent Limited in Cardiff is recruiting an experienced Senior Safety Advisor to join a major construction development. This on-site role will work closely with the senior safety lead and project team, delivering practical health and safety guidance across construction activities.

The role demands independent decision-making and the ability to deputise for the senior safety lead when needed. Fixed-term for at least six months, with potential extension as the project runs through late 2028