Construction Safety Specialist
Bristol, GB, BS34 8YU
Safety Specialist
Location: Bristol
Salary: £53,461 - £62,895
About us
National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.
Join us, and help be the energy behind the change.
About the role
We are seeking a Safety Specialist (Construction) to provide expert guidance and assurance across construction projects aligned to B4G. This role exists to ensure compliance with safety regulations, deliver professional advice, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in operational safety. You will play a critical part in monitoring safety performance, reviewing risk assessments, and supporting safe execution of works.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Safety Assurance: Conduct first-line safety audits where required and ensure compliance with contractual and SMS requirements.
- Specialist Support: Review and approve Contractor Construction Phase Plans and evaluate tender submissions for CDM compliance.
- Compliance & Monitoring: Monitor safety performance, recommend improvements, and verify temporary works inspections.
- Risk Assessment & Method Statements: Review contractor risk assessments and method statements, and support CDM Risk Register management.
- Incident Reporting & Investigation: Ensure all safety events and incidents are reported and investigated promptly.
- Culture & Engagement: Promote a proactive safety culture that drives continuous improvement across all stakeholders.
- Liaison & Coordination: Work closely with project teams and contractors to implement SHE bulletins, best practices, and lessons learned.
About you
You are a safety professional with strong technical knowledge and practical experience in construction safety. You thrive in dynamic environments, can influence stakeholders, and are committed to delivering safe outcomes on complex projects.
Key Requirements
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
- Degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in health and safety management within construction environments.
- Strong understanding of CDM regulations and risk management principles.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
What we offer
- Annual bonus of up to 6% based on personal and company performance
- 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days
- Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
- An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance
- Death in service 10x your basic salary
- Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
- Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
- Professional development and career progression
- Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day
- Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, relevant to your role
Inclusive Recruitment
At National Gas, we are disability confident and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need.
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