Overview

Senior Health & Safety Consultant – Spider is recruiting on behalf of a consultancy service based in Witham, Essex, for an experienced full-time, permanent Senior Health & Safety Consultant to join their team in this hybrid/remote role.

Why work for them

They specialise in expert HSEQ consulting, providing tailored solutions that help clients maintain safe, compliant, and efficient workplaces. You will be at the beginning of something new and exciting as a growing business seeking passionate, driven professionals who want to contribute to meaningful work.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum, based on experience, plus Bonus scheme
• Holiday: 20 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas Closedown
• Pension scheme
• Free parking
• Employee extras: private medical insurance, death-in-service cover, SAGE employee perks, sick pay, flexible working, company vehicle or allowance, ongoing development, and growth opportunities within a supportive and dynamic consultancy

About the role

As a Senior Health & Safety Consultant, you will provide expert advice and practical support to clients, guiding them through compliance challenges and assisting in the creation of safer workplaces. You will work with a diverse range of clients, leading projects that drive safety culture and ensure operations meet industry standards. Working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Health & Safety consultancy services, ensuring exceptional service and compliance outcomes for key clients.
• Conduct and oversee site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, providing expert guidance to mitigate risks.
• Develop, review, and implement tailored risk assessments, method statements, safety policies, and management systems.
• Mentor junior consultants, providing coaching and support for professional development.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and legislative changes, ensuring they are embedded across client operations.

About you

You will have a minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of UK regulations and industry standards. Proven experience developing, implementing, and auditing integrated management systems aligned to ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001. A full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel to sites are required. Essential qualifications include NEBOSH; CertIOSH or Chartered IOSH is highly desirable. Significant expertise in CDM Regulations 2015, including experience as Principal Designer and/or Principal Contractor advisor. Additional specialist certifications (e.g., Fire Risk Assessment, Asbestos Management, Mental Health First Aid, Environmental Management, Temporary Works Coordinator) are advantageous.

How to apply

If you have the relevant skills and experience for the Senior Health & Safety Consultant role, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

Additional information

If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.

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