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Job Description - Principal Designer / Health & Safety Consultant/Manager
Location: West Midlands
Reports to: Head of Health of Safety, CDM & CDM Consultant
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Principal Designer / Health & Safety Consultant to join our team. This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in construction health and safety. Structured training, mentoring, and clear progression opportunities will be provided.
The successful candidate will support our consultants across a wide range of duties, including the preparation of Health & Safety Files, developing Pre Construction Information packs, assisting with site safety audits, and managing documentation. This role offers hands-on experience in CDM compliance, health & safety management, and client engagement, with the opportunity to progress towards managing your own caseload.
Key Responsibilities
- Health & Safety Files - assist in the preparation, updating, and management of project H&S files.
- ISO Audits - support the business with the coordination and administration of ISO audits and related compliance activities.
- Administrative Support - provide general admin support to consultants, including document preparation, reporting, and prestart meeting notes.
- Site Audit Documentation - assist in reviewing and enhancing site audit documentation to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Client Meetings & Inspections - shadow senior consultants during client meetings, site visits, and safety inspections to develop knowledge and confidence.
- Microsoft Office Tasks - prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and maintain records using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Continuous Learning - develop general knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice, with structured training and mentoring provided.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently and work as part of a team and follow instructions.
- Enthusiasm to learn and develop within the health & safety and construction sector.
Desirable (but training will be provided):
- Basic knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (e.g. CDM 2015, HSWA 1974).
- Awareness of ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
- Previous experience in an office or construction-related environment.
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and eager to learn.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Professional, reliable, and client focused.
- Flexible and adaptable in supporting a range of tasks.
What We Offer
- A structured training and development plan tailored to your career progression.
- Opportunities to gain experience in CDM Principal Designer duties and wider health & safety consultancy.
- Support towards relevant qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH General / Construction Certificate, IOSH, ISO Auditor training).
- Mentoring from experienced consultants.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
