Contractor Compliance & CDM Officer

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence and a leader in defence innovation, is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety professional to join the Facilities Management team. This opportunity arises due to internal progression and offers the chance to work closely with the Contractor Compliance & CDM Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all Facilities Project activities and contractor operations are delivered safely and in line with best practice, within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

As a Contractor Compliance & CDM Officer, you will support the Facilities Management team while contributing to wider business projects. The role involves building strong contractor relationships and ensuring safe, compliant project delivery. This is a hybrid role within a 37-hour work week, typically involving 34 days on-site and 12 days working from home to support flexibility and work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Brings extensive experience working in construction environments, with a strong understanding of site safety and operational protocols.
• Conducts focused Health & Safety inspections, ensuring timely closure of actions and continuous compliance.
• Skilled in gathering and analysing data to produce clear, actionable reports and insights.
• Knowledgeable in auditing processes, contributing to internal assurance and continuous improvement.
• Adept at identifying issues and implementing practical, effective solutions to support safe project delivery.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders and promote a positive safety culture.
• Provides expert guidance to ensure business activities remain compliant with relevant legislation and standards.
• Experienced in conducting investigations and delivering detailed reports with supporting statistical analysis.

What do you need?:

• Holds a minimum of a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate, demonstrating a solid foundation in health and safety principles.
• Ideally qualified to Level 6 Diploma standard, reflecting advanced knowledge and professional development in the field.
• Possesses a valid CSCS Card, ensuring compliance with site safety requirements.
• Desirable to have an auditing qualification (e.g. ISO 45001 or ISO 14001), supporting internal compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More About The Role

For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This role is based at our client\’s headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees.

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