Health & Safety Assistant

Health & Safety Assistant About the Role We are looking for a proactive Health & Safety Assistant to support our project and site teams across a range of construction projects. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in health and safety within construction, working closely with our Health & Safety Manager to help maintain high standards of safety, compliance and best practice across all sites. Key Responsibilities * Supporting the implementation and monitoring of health & safety procedures across our construction sites * Assisting with site inspections, audits and safety checks to ensure compliance with company policies and legislation * Helping to prepare and maintain RAMS, risk assessments and method statements * Assisting with accident, incident and near-miss reporting and investigations * Supporting toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings * Monitoring subcontractor compliance with health & safety requirements * Ensuring health & safety documentation is up to date and correctly filed * Assisting with the implementation of corrective actions following audits or inspections * Promoting a positive health & safety culture across our sites * Liaising with site teams to address health & safety concerns promptly What We’re Looking For * Previous experience in a health & safety or site-based role within construction (desirable) * Strong interest in pursuing a career in health & safety * Good understanding of UK health & safety legislation and site practices * Confident communicator with the ability to engage site teams * Well organised with good attention to detail * Able to work across multiple sites when required * Proactive and willing to learn Qualifications * NEBOSH General Certificate or working towards (desirable) * IOSH Managing Safely (advantageous) * CSCS card (required or working towards) What We Offer * Support and mentoring from an experienced Health & Safety team * Clear career progression within health & safety * Ongoing training and professional development * Competitive salary and benefits package * Opportunity to gain exposure across a variety of construction projects