Senior Health & Safety Lead – Construction (CDM)

Carrington West; West of England; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Principal Health & Safety Coordinator to join a Local Authority in Bristol on an initial 6-month contract. You will provide specialist health and safety advice to construction teams and contractors across 28,000 council homes.

The role entails leading CDM compliance, audits, and supervising the Construction Safety Team, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting the Construction Safety Manager to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Senior construction health and safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and HSE legislation.
• Experience conducting construction site audits, inspections and contractor assessments.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence to influence stakeholders.
• Previous local authority, housing or repairs and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist health and safety advice and guidance to construction teams, managers and contractors.
• Support and deputise for the Construction Safety Manager, ensuring compliance with legislation and HSE guidance.
• Oversee health and safety audits, site inspections and contractor performance reviews.
• Ensure CDM and wider health and safety compliance.
• Provide daily support and supervision to the Construction Safety Team.
• Promote a positive safety culture and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior H&S experience

CDM Regulations knowledge

Audit/inspection experience

Communication skills

Influence stakeholders

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent

Job description

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Principal Health & Safety Coordinator to join a Local Authority in Bristol on an initial 6-month contract. You will provide specialist health and safety advice to construction teams and contractors across 28,000 council homes.

The role entails leading CDM compliance, audits, and supervising the Construction Safety Team, promoting a positive safety culture, and supporting the Construction Safety Manager to drive continuous improvement.