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Posted 07 August, 2026

Health and Safety Officer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Warrington, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Location: Warrington (Hybrid - Office, Home & Site Based)

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Salary: Circa £50,000 + 10% Car Allowance + 10% Bonus

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Benefits: Company Pension, Hybrid Working, Genuine Career Progression

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The Opportunity

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Health & Safety Officer to join a growing engineering and construction business delivering mechanical and electrical projects across the UK.

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This role will support projects ranging from small-scale installations through to major schemes valued at over £20m. Significant UK travel is required, spending time on active project sites, supporting operational teams and ensuring high standards of Health & Safety compliance.Reporting to the Contracts Director, with support from the Group Health & Safety Director, you will play a key role in maintaining a positive safety culture as the business continues to grow.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Conduct site inspections, audits and compliance reviews across UK project sites.
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  • Support Project Managers, Engineers and Site Teams with practical Health & Safety advice.
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  • Review RAMS and ensure safe systems of work are implemented.
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  • Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses.
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  • Monitor compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures.
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  • Support contractor management and CDM compliance activities.
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  • Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
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  • Produce reports and track corrective actions through to completion.
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About You

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  • Previous experience in a Health & Safety Advisor, Officer or Coordinator position.
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  • Experience supporting M&E installation, engineering or construction projects.
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  • NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
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  • Strong communicator with a practical, site-focused approach.
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  • Comfortable travelling extensively across the UK and working autonomously.
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  • Full UK Driving Licence.
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What's on Offer?

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  • Circa £50,000 salary
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  • 10% Car Allowance
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  • Annual Bonus of up to 10% of salary (paid in full for the last seven years)
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  • Company Pension
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  • Hybrid Working
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  • Exposure to projects up to £20m in value
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  • Clear progression opportunities within an expanding business
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