291 Building Safety Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Your new company
I am currently working exclusively with Kent police, who are seeking a brand-new Building Safety Officer/Manager. With a strong focus on community engagement, they work to prevent crime, support victims, and uphold justice through both local policing and specialist units. Their efforts span from neighbourhood patrols to complex investigations, all dedicated to protecting the region's residents and visitors.

Your new role
Conduct risk assessments and audit and inspect construction sites, developing and implementing safety protocols, systems, and programmes, with a particular focus on fire, gas, electric, water safety and structural integrity, to identify potential hazards, mitigate risk and ensure compliance with evolving health and safety and other related regulations. This will involve ensuring governance arrangements are in place and complies with legislation and Force policy, which the post holder will update.

Main responsibilities :

• Implement a programme of inspections and audits of buildings throughout the Force and conduct risk assessments covering the latest legislative position etc. and undertake formal thematic inspections on a regular basis, ensuring that arrangements are in place to implement the findings. This will involve working in close co-operation with the Force Health & Safety Manager within Health Services and the Estate Team who are managing the contracts.
• Provide expert health and safety advice on construction, mechanical and electrical services, the application of CDM regulations, the discharge of duty holder roles and Force policy/standard operating procedures, to develop and improve the standards of health and safety across the Estate portfolio.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards related to construction safety, ensuring compliance, and proactively addressing any emerging safety issues or changes in regulatory requirements. This involves regular auditing of statutory testing of services within the buildings.
• Lead high-profile safety projects and campaigns, driving continual improvement in building and construction safety performance, demonstrating innovation and best practices to foster continuous improvement across the Kent Police estate and ensure compliance with legislation and policy.
• Conduct accident, incident and near -miss investigations on behalf of the Force when required, linking directly with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), to provide expert health and safety advice and ensure all health and safety aspects and implications are addressed. This will include documenting and communicating lessons learned throughout the organisation.
• Oversee the implementation of safety and compliance initiatives by developing effective relationships with key contacts across the organisation and external contractors in order to equip, motivate and empower them to take full accountability for safety within their respective areas of the organisation. This will include attending the Force Health and Safety Board meetings and providing in-house training sessions to ensure staff keep up to date with the Forces policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Support and advise local county-wide SPOCs and Estate colleagues with their responsibilities for health and safety and fire obligations to ensure that the Force complies with current health and safety and building regulation legislation (including asbestos, water monitoring, fire safety, etc.). Assist and support colleagues on the development and review of RAMS and ensuring contractors follow the control of contractors handbook and relevant procedures.
• Manage all health and safety administration and governance arrangements, including Estate Fire strategy, and Fire risk assessment, ensuring that adequate records are properly maintained in accordance with legislative requirements. The post holder will regularly review all Standard Operating procedures, policies, codes of practice, process and procedure, standardising central documentation with regards to governance.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate would have:

• Relevant technical or professional qualifications, such as a degree, or HNC/HND in a related discipline, NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, and have membership of an appropriate professional body, such as Membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety (IOSH).
• In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and experience of operational construction or civil engineering safety, with experience of the application of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 to different duty holder roles
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to demonstrate sound constructive decision-making, as well as the ability to communicate well when interfacing with regulatory bodies and other organisations and provide training to colleagues across the Force.
• Previous experience of delivering projects to strict criteria and timescales, demonstrable customer relationship and networking skills, excellent organisational skills with experience of working in a small team demonstrating willingness to support colleagues and contribute to wider team activities. High attention to detail and the ability to analyse information is essential.
• Ability to travel within and sometimes outside of Kent. Flexible working hours may be required to meet the needs of the business.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a wide range of benefits, including local government pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many more.

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Site Safety Officer - Leeds

RG Setsquare are working in partnership with a leading Social Housing organisation based in Leeds who are looking for an enthusiastic individual as a Site Safety Officer to deliver a high quality, cost-effective customer-focused service, undertaking the delivery of the estates' caretaker service.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with an organisation who provide affordable homes for people across Yorkshire and to work in a highly focused driven team allowing you to gain further exposure and play a pivotal role.


Your new role as Site Safety Officer:

As the Site Safety Officer, you will be responsible for delivering the highest possible standard of estates caretaker services/block inspecting services, support and advice for the team. You will carry out inspections of blocks within the communal shared areas. Identify and resolve problems to ensure that the health and safety legislation and local requirements are met. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for improvement and address any concerns, providing guidance and feedback to support the service delivery.


The Experience & Qualifications Required:

You will have a strong record of service delivery of estates caretaking, relevant gardening or cleaning qualification, or equivalent work experience, full valid driving licence, knowledge of caretaking/gardening services and understanding of estates governance practices and issues. A DBS is also required for this role.




For further information please contact Sam Atkinson from RG Setsquare on (phone number removed).

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Site Safety Officer - Leeds

RG Setsquare are working in partnership with a leading Social Housing organisation based in Leeds who are looking for an enthusiastic individual as a Site Safety Officer to deliver a high quality, cost-effective customer-focused service, undertaking the delivery of the estates' caretaker service.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with an organisation who provide affordable homes for people across Yorkshire and to work in a highly focused driven team allowing you to gain further exposure and play a pivotal role.


Your new role as Site Safety Officer:

As the Site Safety Officer, you will be responsible for delivering the highest possible standard of estates caretaker services/block inspecting services, support and advice for the team. You will carry out inspections of blocks within the communal shared areas. Identify and resolve problems to ensure that the health and safety legislation and local requirements are met. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for improvement and address any concerns, providing guidance and feedback to support the service delivery.


The Experience & Qualifications Required:

You will have a strong record of service delivery of estates caretaking, relevant gardening or cleaning qualification, or equivalent work experience, full valid driving licence, knowledge of caretaking/gardening services and understanding of estates governance practices and issues. A DBS is also required for this role.




For further information please contact Sam Atkinson from RG Setsquare on (phone number removed).

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

• Develop and implement comprehensive site-specific health and safety plans.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety legislation.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and incidents, determining root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety training and toolbox talks to site personnel.
• Ensure all site activities comply with CDM regulations and other relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including accident reports, inspection logs, and training matrices.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies (e.g., HSE), and subcontractors on safety matters.
• Prepare and present health and safety reports to senior management.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the site.
• Manage the provision and maintenance of safety equipment and PPE.
• Review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) from subcontractors.
• Stay up-to-date with current health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Advise management on all aspects of health, safety, and environmental management.

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Proven experience as a Health and Safety Officer or Manager within the construction industry.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, particularly CDM regulations.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, method statements, and site inspections.
• Strong understanding of construction site hazards and control measures.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• A valid CSCS card is essential.
• IOSHH Managing Safely is desirable.
• Must be based within reasonable commuting distance of **Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK**.

• Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive health and safety management systems for construction sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits (may involve travel) to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Ensure all sites comply with relevant UK health and safety legislation and industry standards.
• Prepare and deliver engaging health and safety training programs for site personnel.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain site-specific risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Advise project management teams on all health and safety matters.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout all levels of the organisation.
• Manage the provision and maintenance of safety equipment and PPE.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), as required.

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Health and Safety role within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, hazards, and control measures.
• Excellent understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
• Ability to conduct thorough site inspections and risk assessments.
• Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Proficiency in using safety management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote capacity.
• A full UK driving license and willingness to travel to sites as needed.

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety management plans.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits.
• Identify and assess workplace hazards and implement control measures.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and report findings.
• Develop and deliver safety training and inductions for site personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and standards.
• Liaise with site management, contractors, and stakeholders on safety matters.
• Manage safety documentation, including risk assessments and method statements.
• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture on site.

• Proven experience as a Site Safety Manager or similar role within the construction industry.
• NEBOSH National General Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation related to construction.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, method statements, and site inspections.
• Strong understanding of construction site activities and potential hazards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to promoting health and safety excellence.

• Developing and implementing site-specific health and safety plans.
• Conducting regular remote risk assessments and identifying potential hazards.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and industry standards.
• Developing and delivering safety training programs to site personnel.
• Investigating incidents and accidents, recommending corrective actions.
• Carrying out virtual site inspections and audits to monitor safety performance.
• Promoting a positive safety culture throughout the organisation.
• Maintaining accurate safety records and documentation.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and providing reports as required.
• Providing expert advice on health and safety matters to project teams.

Site Safety & Health Specialist – HV Substation Project

Location: Ipswitch
Rate: Competitive day rate
Contract Type: Full-time, site-based, contract
Duration: 6-month contract (with high potential for extension)
Hours: 50 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

MRR Infrastructure is recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised engineering and construction consultancy known for delivering high-profile energy infrastructure projects across the UK. Their approach is grounded in safety, compliance and operational excellence, particularly within high-voltage transmission environments.

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Safety & Health Specialist to join a large substation construction project. This is a key position supporting the safe and effective delivery of works across the site and ensuring the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance are upheld throughout the project lifecycle.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the UK Health & Safety Manager and supporting the site management team, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining all project-specific safety procedures, conducting audits and inspections, and ensuring full compliance with CDM regulations and SHE policies. Prior experience working within live or new-build HV substation environments is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• p>Implement and uphold SHE policies, procedures and statutory regulations across site activities

• Champion a “Safety First” culture and support safe systems of work from design through to delivery

• Assist in the development and continual improvement of project-specific Health & Safety plans

• Lead data collection and reporting for SHE KPIs, including client-specific metrics

• Conduct audits, inspections and assurance reviews to drive safety performance

• Oversee the preparation and review of risk assessments and method statements

• Support the investigation and root cause analysis of incidents, near misses and non-conformances

• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings to operatives and staff

• Engage with clients, local authorities, subcontractors and enforcement bodies as required

• Support action tracking and close-out of audit findings and improvement plans

• Deputise for the Environmental Advisor when required

• Promote innovation and capture safety best practices for continuous improvement

• Support onboarding of personnel, verifying competence and authorisations

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in a safety role on major infrastructure or energy projects

• Solid understanding of CDM Regulations and current UK SHE legislation

• Experience working within live or new-build HV substations

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and audit documentation

• Proactive, self-motivated and able to lead by example

Desirable:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

• Membership of IOSH or equivalent professional body

• Incident investigation and root cause analysis training

• Familiarity with National Grid T&D frameworks

• Temporary Works or Permit Systems experience