148 Safety Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

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.

Health & Safety officer 1 to 2 years experiencerequired for Rc frame , basements structural alterations groudworks company

looking for Junior H&S as Health & Safety officer to work under the H&S manager full time position based mostly on our london sites , head office is in Luton LU4Key

Responsibilites

:Promote a strong health & Safety record on site. Monitor and evalute health & safety practices across the site . Advise on improvements, training and development in conjunction with SHEQ manager, of site safety protocols ( PPE use , sinage work practics , assist site audits meeting & training sessions , keep accurate records of inspections , incidents and accidents, assist in incidident investigations & implementation of corrective actions

, strong communication interpersonal skills , highly organised with strong documentation and IT skills

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Health and Safety Officer - Groundworks Contractor

Location: Wembley, North West London

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Red Sky Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a long-established groundwork contractor based in North West London. We are looking for a proactive and motivated Health and Safety Officer who is eager to develop their career within the construction industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in health and safety and groundworks, who is now looking to gain further hands-on experience in a supportive and well-structured environment. The company has a strong health and safety framework in place, and you will be given the tools and guidance to grow in confidence and capability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing and monitoring health and safety procedures on-site
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Support with incident and accident investigations, ensuring lessons learned are shared and acted upon
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings to promote a positive health and safety culture
• Maintain accurate health and safety documentation and records
• Work closely with site teams and management to ensure safe systems of work are in place and followed

Requirements:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (essential)
• Experience working in groundworks (essential)
• Previous experience in a health and safety role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Eagerness to learn and progress within the role
• Good understanding of current health and safety legislation and practices
• Full UK driving licence or access to independent transport (preferred)

Why Apply?

• Join a knowledgeable and supportive team
• Gain hands-on experience in a live construction environment
• Genuine opportunity for long-term progression in health and safety

To apply or find out more, please contact Rachel Marrey at Red Sky Personnel:

Email: (url removed)

Our client is seeking a self-motivated, driven, and committed Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer to join their current team.

The ideal candidate will proactively address HSE matters and influence cultural change at all levels of the company.

Job Role:

Conduct multiple daily walk-arounds to ensure that the highest quality standards are met.

Collect and distribute safety-related documents (e.g., pre-use checks, inspections, HSE tour forms).

Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant legislation for the company and its employees.

Investigate accidents and incidents.

Participate in health and safety committees.

Conduct site inductions for new employees, contractors, and visitors.

Perform system checks, such as fire alarm inspections.

Serve as an advisor to any employee regarding HSE matters.

Support management as needed.

Issue Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), manage stock levels, and ensure proper handling and signing out of stock.

Knowledge & Experience :

Background in the engineering, construction, or manufacturing industry.

2-3 years of experience in an HSE role.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.

Experience working as part of a multicultural team. Qualifications:

NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent (essential)

IOSH Managing Safely certification.

Proficient in English and mathematics.

Full Time, Permanent. Working hours: Monday – Friday 7 am to 5 pm (40 hours per week plus 1 hour of paid lunch each day)

Location: Loughborough, UK.

Salary: £35,000- £37,000 per Annum, depending on experience.

Annual Leave: 20 days + Bank Holidays Additional Benefits: Sick Pay, Pension Scheme, Onsite Parking, Occupational Health, Career Development.

Health & Safety Officer - Research Environment (12-Week Contract)
Headington, Oxford | Full-Time | £20.38/hr | Life Sciences Lab

We're seeking an experienced Health & Safety professional for a dynamic research department in Oxford. This 12-week contract offers the chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced academic setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead departmental health & safety compliance and audits
• Investigate incidents and support occupational health referrals
• Manage laboratory safety processes and critical equipment maintenance
• Oversee Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments and PEEPs
• Support sustainable lab practices and safe hazardous waste disposal
• Engage with governance and regulatory compliance (HTA, radiation, biosafety)

About You:

• Background in life sciences or technical discipline (degree or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation in lab environments (esp. Biosafety Level 2)
• Experience in university or hospital research settings
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Familiarity with human tissue and radiation safety protocols a plus

Start Date: ASAP
Location: On-site, Oxford (Old Road Campus)

Fire Safety Officer

*400 per day umbrella*

*rolling 3 month contract*

*Local Council*

The role:

Working for a large East London borough, you will be responsible for:

* Quality Assurance of third party FRAs.
* Street Property FRAs.
* Assisting with residential PEEPs.
* Technical fire safety lead for blocks within their patch.
* Supporting Building Safety Managers in preparing safety case reports.
* Regular fire safety inspections of medium rise blocks.
* Post fire investigations.
* Assisting LFB on audits.

Key skills and experience:

* Essential = Minimum L4 certificate or equivalent.
* Essential = Membership of a professional fire safety body (e.g., IFSM, IFE).
* Desirable = Experience within the housing sector.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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.

What you need to do now
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Newham Council are currently recruiting a Fire Safety Officer.

400 per day.

Inside IR35.

About the role:

• Quality Assurance of third party FRAs.
• Street Property FRAs.
• Assisting with residential PEEPs.
• Technical fire safety lead for blocks within their patch.
• Supporting Building Safety Managers in preparing safety case reports.
• Regular fire safety inspections of medium rise blocks.
• Post fire investigations.
• Assisting LFB on audits.

About you:

• Essential = Minimum L4 certificate or equivalent.
• Essential = Membership of a professional fire safety body (e.g., IFSM, IFE).
• Desirable = Experience within the housing sector.