Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
Health and Safety Officer
Also called
Health & Safety Specialist
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Role overview
Job Title
Health and Safety OfficerJob Family
Health, Safety, Quality & CompliancePurpose Of The Role
The Health and Safety Officers makes sure everyone on a construction site goes home safe and healthy every day by managing and improving health and safety standards.
Role In MMC
Health and Safety Officer ensures that innovative building techniques such as offsite manufacturing, modular assembly, and digital technologies are used safely. They assess new risks, develop procedures, and train workers to work safely in both traditional and modern construction environments.
Knowledge & Skills
Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Quality Assurance
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Communication & Collaboration
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Digital & Technology
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Safety & Compliance
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Risk Management
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Digital & Technology
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Problem-Solving
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Teamwork
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Attention to Detail
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Site operative or supervisor roles with a focus on health and safety.
- Experience working on MMC or traditional builds, understanding both environments.
Education
- Qualifications in subjects such as Design & Technology, Construction, or Engineering.
Training & Certifications
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- Asbestos Awareness (UKATA) Fire Safety Training
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card
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