Safety And Risk Consultant - Civil Engineering in South West

Safety & Risk Consultant – Southwest England

Location: Southwest England (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Recruitment Partner: On behalf of a leading engineering consultancy

Competitive salary and excellent benefits

On behalf of a highly successful consultancy currently in an exciting period of growth, we are recruiting for an experienced and competent Safety & Risk Consultant to work within the Southwest of England.

This role offers the opportunity to become an essential member of an established Safety & Risk Team, supporting a valued and longstanding client in delivering diverse flood and coastal projects. The successful candidate will act as the technical lead for the region, overseeing a team that delivers Principal Designer and CDM Advisor duties across a varied portfolio of schemes.

About the Role

• Manage a team of Safety & Risk Consultants across the Southwest region
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including project managers and health, safety & wellbeing teams, as well as external delivery partners
• Projects will range from feasibility studies through to outline and detailed design and construction
• Ensure all designs consider buildability, sustainability, environmental, and health & safety requirements

Essential Requirements

• Chartered Safety Professional
• Relevant degree or diploma
• Sound working knowledge of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable Requirements

• Excellent report writing skills
• A proactive approach with an ambition to innovate
• The ability to work away from the office location for short periods
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and excellent record keeping

The consultancy develops intelligent solutions using integrated planning and design to deliver lasting environmental and social legacies. With over 100 years of heritage, it remains committed to delivering low carbon, sustainable, and resilient water and environmental services.

As part of a wider group that provides environmental, engineering, and technical services across multiple sectors, the company values the growth and success of its employees and is committed to maintaining a people-first culture that fosters innovation and collaboration.

This role is within a business that promotes an ‘ENGAGED’ culture and prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The company offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements and supports a diverse and inclusive working environment. Employees are encouraged to grow and develop in a culture of care and mutual respect.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Safety and Risk consultants looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

All round workforce agency covering Recruitment, Payroll and Workforce Management. We are a global recruitment agency specialising in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Water, Rail, Construction, Technology, Aerospace & Defence, Chemicals and Corporate sectors. Our specialist consultants help clients to recruit high quality candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles at all levels. We proudly support a partnership culture by collaborating and adding value to build lasting client and candidate relationships.

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