Recruiting for a Site Construction Safety Manager to work for the UK’s leader in Environmental Solutions (Waste & Recycling) with a turnover of £3bn to oversee health and safety compliance on a major construction project in Shrewsbury. Working on behalf of the client, the successful candidate will ensure that CDM Principal Contractor (PC) duties are fulfilled throughout the PET (Poly Ethylene Terephthalate) project construction phase. The role reports to Site Manager and ensures the main contractor and all its supply chain are adhering to CDM and working across the site safely, instilling a safety first culture.
Initial contract 6 month duration with excellent potential it will be extended.
Project – New Build of PET Facility
The innovative new facility will be the UK's first dual PET (Poly Ethylene Terephthalate) bottle and tray recycling facility, and will be capable of recycling 100% of clear rigid PET in a closed-loop system. New Build Construction project.
This role requires a proactive safety professional with a strong understanding of CDM regulations, risk management, and contractor coordination to maintain the highest safety standards across the site.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations and other relevant health and safety legislation.
* Identify potential hazards, implement preventative measures, and investigate incidents to maintain a safe working environment.
* Oversee contractor safety compliance, ensuring all Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are in order before site attendance.
* Issue site permits and conduct full or dynamic risk assessments as required.
* Deliver site inductions and toolbox talks to ensure all personnel are aware of safety procedures.
* Monitor site activities on a daily basis, enforcing safety best practices.
* Attend project meetings to ensure safety is fully integrated into site operations.
* Provide site supervision cover for at least one weekend in three as part of a site rota.
Experience & Qualifications
* NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) in health and safety.
* First Aid trained (current certification required).
* Temporary Works Coordinator trained.
* Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and safety management in a construction environment working on new build projects.
* Experience liaising with contractors and ensuring compliance with RAMS.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to enforce safety standards across a multi-contractor site.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile construction project, ensuring safety excellence and compliance throughout the build. The role offers a competitive day rate and the chance to contribute to a project that prioritises health and safety best practices