Health & Safety Assistant – Groundworks & Infrastructure | Plymouth | Competitive Salary + Van & Package

Location: Plymouth, UK
Salary: Competitive + Van & Package
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: Construction | Groundworks | Infrastructure | Health & Safety

Take the Next Step in Your Health & Safety Career!

Are you passionate about health & safety and looking to develop your career in the groundworks and infrastructure sector? Do you have SMSTS, CSCS, and ideally NEBOSH (though not essential)? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor, ensuring high safety standards across multiple sites.

The Role: Health & Safety Assistant

As a Health & Safety Assistant, you will support the H&S Manager and site teams, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations while promoting a strong safety culture across all projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Safety Inspections – Conduct regular site visits, monitoring compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) – Assist in preparing and reviewing RAMS, ensuring site teams adhere to best practices.
• Incident Reporting & Investigation – Support the reporting, investigation, and resolution of accidents and near misses.
• Toolbox Talks & Training – Deliver health & safety briefings, inductions, and toolbox talks to site personnel.
• Compliance & Auditing – Ensure HSE legislation and company policies are being followed across all projects.
• Support & Advice – Provide guidance to site managers and operatives, helping to maintain a safe working environment.

What We’re Looking For:

✅ SMSTS & CSCS Card – Essential for this role.
✅ NEBOSH Qualification – Preferred but not essential (willing to support the right candidate with training).
✅ Previous experience in a health & safety role within construction, groundworks, or civil engineering.
✅ Full UK Driving Licence – Required, as you will be travelling between sites.
✅ Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage site teams and promote safety best practices.

What’s On Offer?

Company Van & Fuel Card – Travel between sites with ease.
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package – Including pension, bonuses, and more.
Career Progression – Develop within a growing, safety-conscious company.
Exciting Projects – Work on key groundworks and infrastructure schemes across the region.

How to Apply

If you’re a Health & Safety Assistant looking for a new challenge in groundworks & infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you!

Send your CV & cover letter to Jo Lambert at [email protected]
Or call 01752 421888 for a confidential discussion.

This role is handled by Sphere Solutions, a specialist in construction recruitment.