Contractor Compliance & CDM Advisor
OH Medical is recruiting for an experienced Construction Safety Advisor to join a leading organisation on a permanent basis, predominantly based in Stevenage with regular travel to sites across the UK, including Bristol and Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional with strong Construction Design and Management (CDM) experience to join a growing Facilities Management team supporting a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects. Offering a salary of circa 52,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits, this role provides the chance to influence safety standards across a large and complex estate.
Duties
- Provide expert support and guidance on the implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations across construction and facilities projects.
- Support the delivery of Principal Designer duties for small works projects.
- Work alongside Project Managers to ensure health and safety compliance throughout project lifecycles.
- Provide competent health and safety advice to Facilities Management teams and wider stakeholders.
- Conduct inspections of active construction sites and contractor activities.
- Monitor contractor compliance and report on contractor performance and safety statistics.
- Assist with accident and incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required.
- Support internal and external audits relating to health and safety and CDM compliance.
- Work closely with maintenance service providers to ensure adherence to company procedures and legislative requirements.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of safety processes and procedures.
- Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and project teams across multiple UK locations.
- Travel regularly across the UK estate to support project delivery and compliance activities.
Criteria
- NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent.
- Membership of IOSH with evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations.
- Experience supporting construction, facilities management or property-related projects.
- Understanding of the Principal Designer role.
- Experience carrying out site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
Salary & Benefits
- Circa 52,000 per annum dependent on experience.
- Performance-related bonus.
- Hybrid working arrangement with 3 to 4 days per week on site.
- Predominantly Stevenage-based with travel to other UK locations.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
About OH Medical:
OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.