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Health & Safety Officer

Posted 2 days ago

  • Newbury, Berkshire
  • Permanent
  • Car allowance
  • £40,000 to £45,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month
Health and Safety Officer - Social Housing
Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

We're working with a well-established contractor operating across the social housing sector, delivering planned and responsive maintenance services throughout the South of England. As part of their continued focus on safety, compliance, and quality, they are now looking to appoint a Health and Safety Officer to join their team based in Newbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for a health and safety professional who understands the unique challenges of working in occupied properties and is passionate about driving best practices across housing maintenance and refurbishment schemes.

The Role
Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, the Health and Safety Officer will provide hands-on support across a range of contracts, ensuring safe systems of work are in place and that operational teams are fully compliant with legislation and company policy.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments across a range of planned and reactive works

Support operational teams and subcontractors with day-to-day health and safety matters

Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents, producing clear and accurate reports

Assist in reviewing and updating RAMS, COSHH assessments, and H&S documentation

Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and H&S briefings to site teams

Monitor compliance with CDM regulations and other relevant H&S legislation

Contribute to a positive health and safety culture within the business

Candidate Requirements

NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) - essential

Previous experience in a health and safety role within social housing, property maintenance, or construction

Good knowledge of current H&S legislation, CDM regulations, and best practice

Confident communicator with the ability to advise, coach, and influence at all levels

Proactive, well-organised, and comfortable working across multiple sites

Full UK driving licence - regional travel required

What's On Offer

Competitive salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Car allowance

Support for further training and professional development

Long-term progression opportunities within a growing business

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and detail-oriented Health and Safety Officer to join a reputable contractor that prioritises quality, resident safety, and staff wellbeing.

Interested? Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion