Health and Safety Consultant
- Search
- 26/06/2026
Contractor
Information Technology
Telecommunications
Job Description
Health & Safety Consultant (Freelance)
West Midlands £350-£375 per day Outside IR35 Flexible 2-5 Days Per Week
Search is supporting a well-established Utilities and Infrastructure contractor in the appointment of a Freelance Health & Safety Consultant to provide additional support during a busy operational period.
This is an immediate contract opportunity, offering flexibility for experienced Health & Safety professionals looking for anywhere between two and five days per week.
Working across utilities and telecoms projects, you'll play a key role in supporting operational teams, maintaining compliance and helping to drive positive Health & Safety standards across multiple live sites.
Why This Opportunity?
This is a practical, operational role where you'll spend your time supporting projects rather than sitting behind a desk.
You'll work closely with managers, supervisors and site teams, providing pragmatic Health & Safety advice that helps keep projects moving safely and compliantly.
With an initial contract of 6-12 weeks and the flexibility to work between two and five days per week, this opportunity would suit experienced consultants looking for a varied assignment with a growing contractor.
What You Will Be Doing
Search specialises in Health, Safety, Environment and Risk critical hires across utilities, infrastructure, engineering, manufacturing and construction sectors throughout the UK.
West Midlands £350-£375 per day Outside IR35 Flexible 2-5 Days Per Week
Search is supporting a well-established Utilities and Infrastructure contractor in the appointment of a Freelance Health & Safety Consultant to provide additional support during a busy operational period.
This is an immediate contract opportunity, offering flexibility for experienced Health & Safety professionals looking for anywhere between two and five days per week.
Working across utilities and telecoms projects, you'll play a key role in supporting operational teams, maintaining compliance and helping to drive positive Health & Safety standards across multiple live sites.
Why This Opportunity?
This is a practical, operational role where you'll spend your time supporting projects rather than sitting behind a desk.
You'll work closely with managers, supervisors and site teams, providing pragmatic Health & Safety advice that helps keep projects moving safely and compliantly.
With an initial contract of 6-12 weeks and the flexibility to work between two and five days per week, this opportunity would suit experienced consultants looking for a varied assignment with a growing contractor.
What You Will Be Doing
- Carrying out Health & Safety inspections and audits across operational projects
- Providing practical Health & Safety support to operational teams
- Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
- Supporting incident and near miss investigations
- Monitoring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
- Producing clear reports and recommendations following site visits
- Promoting a positive Health & Safety culture across the business
- Working closely with operational management to identify opportunities for continual improvement
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience within utilities, telecoms, civil engineering or infrastructure
- Strong understanding of CDM Regulations
- Experience carrying out audits and site inspections
- Ability to work independently whilst building strong relationships with operational teams
- A pragmatic approach to Health & Safety with excellent communication skills
- £350-£350 per day
- Outside IR35
- Flexible commitment of 2-5 days per week
- Initial 6-12 week contract
- Immediate requirement with a planned 1st July start
- Opportunity to support a growing Utilities and Infrastructure contractor
Search specialises in Health, Safety, Environment and Risk critical hires across utilities, infrastructure, engineering, manufacturing and construction sectors throughout the UK.
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