Company Description
Commercial Maintenance Services UK Ltd (CMS) is a nationwide market leader in facilities and commercial building maintenance, built on the values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Care, and Expertise. Since 2000, CMS has delivered trusted, specialist mechanical & electrical (M&E) and building maintenance services across the UK. With over 300 team members operating 24/7, 365 days a year, CMS provides integrated solutions spanning gas, heating, plumbing, air conditioning, electrical, catering equipment, fire alarms, EV charge points, legionella assessments, and building management systems. The company serves diverse sectors including care, retail, hospitality, education, local authorities, and defence, supporting both full facilities contracts and individual commercial sites. Team members join a growing business with national reach, where safety, quality, and professional development are central to operations.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Occupational Safety Health Specialist role based in Gateshead. National Travel maybe required. The specialist will help develop, implement, and monitor health, safety, and environment policies and procedures across CMS operations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company standards. Daily responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, site inspections, and audits, analysing incident and near-miss reports, and recommending corrective and preventive actions. The role will deliver safety training and toolbox talks, support managers and field teams with safe work practices, and contribute to continuous improvement of workplace safety systems. The specialist will collaborate with operations, HR, and senior leadership to promote a strong safety culture, maintain documentation, and prepare reports for internal and regulatory purposes.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Health & Safety and Workplace Safety skills, including risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation.
- Candidates should possess Occupational Health knowledge, including understanding of work-related health risks, ergonomics, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Candidates should possess Environment Health and Safety (EHS) capabilities, including familiarity with environmental compliance, safe handling of equipment, and sustainable practices.
- Candidates should possess Safety Training experience, including designing and delivering training sessions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
- Relevant professional qualifications such as NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent, and good knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practice.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and coach colleagues at all levels.
- Experience in facilities, commercial maintenance, construction, or related technical environments is highly beneficial.
- Proficiency with basic IT tools (e.g., MS Office) and safety management systems, and a valid UK driving licence (6 points or under) for site visits, when required.
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Contact Details:
Commercial Maintenance Services UK Limited Recruitment Team
