Construction Safety Specialist

Peterborough, GB, PE7 8FD Peterborough, GB, PE6 7HH Bacton, GB, NR12 0JD Duxford, GB, CB22 4RT Chelmsford, GB, CM1 4LU Hatton, GB, LN8 5QE Eye, GB, IP23 7HL East Winch, GB, PE32 1HL

Lead construction safety assurance activities across projects and operational sites throughout the East Region

Provide expert advice on CDM compliance, risk management, and construction safety standards

Review construction documentation, including RAMS, lift plans, and temporary works arrangements

Identify risks, monitor compliance, and support teams to implement effective corrective actions

Support incident investigations, identify root causes, and share learning across the region

Influence contractors and project teams to strengthen safety behaviours and improve SHE performance

Deliver safety coaching, briefings, and improvement initiatives that reduce risk and drive operational excellence

Experience supporting construction projects within engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or major hazard environments

Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction safety management

Experience carrying out site inspections, audits, or safety assurance activities

Ability to assess risk and provide practical, proportionate safety advice

Experience investigating incidents and supporting the implementation of lessons learned

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the confidence to challenge constructively

NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate, or equivalent recognised safety qualification

Full UK driving licence

Experience working on gas transmission, energy, process, or other regulated industrial sites

CDM 2015 training or qualification with a strong understanding of duty-holder responsibilities

Experience contributing to contractor management, tender reviews, or supplier assurance activities

Knowledge of HAZID, HAZCON, permit-to-work, or change management processes

Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, or a similar professional body

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