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Safety Officer – Construction (Drainage Maintenance) 6-month contract
Reporting To: Head of Department (or assigned delegate)
Core Responsibilities
Legislative & Compliance Oversight
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all relevant Health and Safety Legislation applicable to drainage and construction works.
* Maintain and update the Register of H&S Legislation in alignment with IMS protocols.
* Identify and communicate changes in existing legislation and ensure organizational compliance.
Integrated Management System (IMS)
* Support the implementation and maintenance of the IMS, accredited to ISO 9001:2015 (Quality) and ISO 45001:2018 (Health & Safety).
* Update the Safety Statement, conduct internal audits, and implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with regional teams.
Site Inspections & Risk Management
* Develop and manage an inspection programme ensuring regular visits to all construction sites.
* Conduct weekly site inspections, assess ongoing safety measures, and report findings to Engineering Teams and Safety Committees.
* Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and update safety protocols as conditions evolve.
* Report, record, and investigate incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences in accordance with documented procedures.
* Compile and present H&S statistics and reports to internal stakeholders.
Contractor & Onsite Safety Oversight
* Monitor and supervise contractors from initial appointment through ongoing work.
* Ensure safety systems for traffic management, lifting operations, work near water/public/overhead & underground services are in place and followed.
Training & Development
* Induct new staff on health & safety protocols.
* Design and coordinate the Annual Health & Safety Training Programme in collaboration with Regional/Area Engineers.
* Maintain and update the Training Database.
* Assess the effectiveness of training courses and develop promotional initiatives around workplace safety.
Health & Safety Promotion & Communication
* Promote a proactive safety culture by developing and implementing staff safety initiatives.
* Communicate updates, inspection findings, and policy changes to all employees and safety reps.
* Attend and contribute to:
* Monthly Department Meetings
* Quarterly Regional Safety Committee Meetings
* Bi-annual Safety Management Meetings
* Provide support and training to Safety Representatives, and be available to discuss local issues.
Administration & System Control
* Manage the Project Risk Assessment and Safety Plan Database.
* Ensure the chemical register, fire register, and other key H&S documents are present and up to date across offices and depots.
* Audit and review contractor H&S documentation.
Additional Duties
* Perform any other reasonable duties as directed by the Head of Section or designated authority.
Requirements
Educational Qualifications
* A Level 7 qualification (National Framework of Qualifications) in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
* A Level 8 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety is strongly preferred.
Construction Experience
* A minimum of 3 years of satisfactory experience in construction-related work, specifically including:
* Knowledge of construction methods
* Experience in site management
* Familiarity with the construction design process
* Experience working on river or flood defence works is considered a distinct advantage.
Certifications & Requirements
* Current Safe Pass card (mandatory)
* Valid driving licence
* Access to own transport for travel to construction sites as required
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