Health and Safety Advisor

Gelder Group; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm based near Lincoln is seeking a motivated Health & Safety Co-Ordinator. The role involves ensuring health and safety compliance, regular audits, and supporting training initiatives. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certification, prior experience in a construction environment, and excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers competitive salary and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Car allowance

Business travel expenses

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction or property services environment.
• Strong understanding of current health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent health and safety advice to teams.
• Conduct site audits and inspections.
• Maintain and update health and safety policies.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Level 3 qualification

Job description

Location: Lincoln
Department: All Departments

Location: Head Office, near Lincoln

Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + Car Allowance

About the Role

Gelder Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Health & Safety Co‑Ordinator to join our team, based at our Head Office near Lincoln. This is a pivotal position providing health and safety support across all divisions of the business – Insurance Repair & Renovation, Commercial (including New Builds), and Facilities, Repairs & Maintenance (FRM).

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a positive health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with current legislation, and supporting management in maintaining safe systems of work throughout the organisation. This role requires regular travel to our regional offices in Barlborough and Lichfield, as well as various project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide competent and professional health and safety advice to management and operational teams.
• Prepare, review, and implement Construction Phase Plans in line with CDM Regulations.
• Conduct site audits and inspections, producing clear reports and recommendations.
• Support the development and delivery of training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Assist in the investigation of incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate actions are implemented.
• Maintain and update company health and safety policies, procedures, and records.
• Liaise effectively with internal colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or an equivalent Level 3 Health & Safety qualification (essential).
• Previous experience within a construction or property services environment.
• Strong understanding of current health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with a professional and calm approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to company sites and regional offices as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Car allowance and business travel expenses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training.
• A professional, supportive, and forward‑thinking working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Health & Safety professional seeking to further their career within a respected and expanding company. If you are proactive, detail‑orientated, and passionate about maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The Gelder Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company's established policy is to ensure that no unlawful discrimination occurs, either directly or indirectly, against any person on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, sex or marital status, religion or religious belief, sexual orientation or disability, or be disadvantaged by any other condition or requirement that is not essential for carrying out the job.

If you have any questions about our equal opportunities policy, please get in touch.