Health and Safety Officer and CDM Adviser in Taunton

Health and Safety Officer and CDM Adviser

Taunton, United Kingdom | Posted on 22/09/2026

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Job Description

5-6 months contract with a local authority

15 Hours per week - Part Time

Rate: £34.14per hour umbrella

Summary

• This role is a 5-6 month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £34.14 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The Health & Safety Officer and CDM Adviser is tasked with delivering expert health and safety guidance within the Infrastructure & Transport Directorate. The individual will spearhead compliance efforts, foster a proactive safety culture, and ensure that risks are effectively identified, assessed, and managed in line with applicable laws, Council policies, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary health and safety consultant for the Directorate's senior management team.
• Offer specialized advice on the implementation of health and safety laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Function as the chief CDM Adviser, ensuring adherence to CDM Regulations in relevant construction projects.
• Lead the creation, execution, and evaluation of the Directorate Health & Safety Management and Improvement Plan.
• Encourage a positive culture of health, safety, and wellbeing across all service areas.
• Perform audits, inspections, and reviews to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

Essential Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety advisory capacity within a complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience in managing health and safety initiatives, programs, and improvement projects.
• Experience in conducting audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Essential Qualifications Required

• National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent), including proficiency in Maths and English.
• Level 5 qualification or equivalent professional accreditation.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 15 hours per week.
• A valid driving license is required.
• Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, United Kingdom.
• Work pattern: Determined as needed.
• Application deadline: 11th October 2026.