Health & Safety Lead


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£40,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kendal, LA9 4BD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Looking for a solid step into a role where you'll actually influence how work is delivered on site, not just audit it?

I'm working with a well-established organisation that is investing heavily into its safety function. They're looking for a Health & Safety Officer to support maintenance and construction activity.

This is a hands-on role supporting teams on repairs, compliance and capital projects ideal for someone who understands CDM and enjoys being visible on site rather than sat behind a desk.

The role:You'll be supporting the safe delivery of maintenance and construction works across occupied housing stock, ensuring compliance, influencing behaviours and helping teams get things right first time.

You'll be involved in:

Providing CDM support, including acting in a Principal Designer capacity

Preparing and managing pre-construction information

Reviewing construction phase plans, risk assessments and method statements

Carrying out site inspections and audits across live environments

Supporting contractor management and safe systems of work

Investigating incidents and driving improvements

Delivering toolbox talks and promoting a proactive safety culture

It's a proper mix of technical CDM work and operational HSE support.

What they're looking for:

NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)

Strong understanding of CDM 2015

Experience in construction, maintenance, housing or property services

Confidence reviewing RAMS and construction phase plans

Comfortable working on site in live environments

Strong communication skills, able to influence operatives and contractors

Any experience supporting a Principal Designer function or working in housing is a bonus.

Why this role stands out:

You're not just auditing, you're genuinely influencing how work is delivered

Broad exposure across repairs, compliance and capital projects

Strong emphasis on culture, not just compliance

A role with visibility across operational teams and leadership

Salary & Benefits

£50,000

37-hour working week

Hybrid working available

Mileage / travel required across sites

Strong focus on development and CPD

If you want something a bit more senior feeling than a typical "Officer" role, this is a really good move.

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