Principal Health And Safety Coordinator

Key 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 relevant legislation and HSE guidance.
• Oversee health and safety audits, site inspections and contractor performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and wider health and safety requirements.
• Provide daily support and supervision to the Construction Safety Team.
• Promote a positive safety culture, identifying opportunities to improve standards and reduce risks.
• Challenge unsafe practices and work collaboratively with delivery teams to drive continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior construction health and safety role.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and relevant HSE legislation.
• Experience conducting construction site audits, inspections and contractor assessments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge stakeholders.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications, ideally NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Previous local authority, housing or repairs and maintenance experience.