Associate CDM Health and Safety Consultant(s)
We are seeking candidates who share our team’s passion and drive to deliver best-in-class H&S CDM services for our clients.
We are a fast-growing Health & Safety and Fire consultancy, based in Northamptonshire. We are PLC owned and opportunities exist within the Group to progress. Now we are part of the WorkNest family, that growth continues and you will join our expert team of consultants.
As a result of on-going growth and expansion, we are recruiting a health and safety consultant with proven experience in the delivery of health and safety advice in the construction sector.
Ideally, candidates will have previous experience of supporting Clients, Design Teams and Contractors in the application of CDM 2015.
We strongly believe in recognising and rewarding high performance, and sharing our success with those who help to make it happen. We understand the value of staying up to date with developments in our profession and actively support our staff in professional and personal development.
You will be required to visit clients’ sites, largely within a 50-mile radius of our Northamptonshire base, although some extended travel may be required on occasions, possibly involving overnight stays.
Key areas of support required:
- Fulfilling the role of Principal Designer as defined by the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, and providing CDM advice and guidance to clients.
- Attending pre-start/design team meetings, advising Designers regarding significant risks and preparing Design Risk Registers.
- Preparing Pre-Construction Information, Construction Phase Plans and Health and Safety Files.
- Fulfilling the role of competent health and safety advisor to Clients, both retained and occasional.
- Providing email and telephone advice in a prompt manner.
- Carrying out audits and risk assessments.
- Developing Policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
- Carrying out accident investigations and recommending remedial measures.
- Attending / chairing client meetings.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking candidates who share our team’s passion and drive to deliver best-in-class services for our clients. You will have a strong understanding of health and safety legislation, including best practices, and you will possess the knowledge, experience, and approach to identify the most suitable solutions for clients.
You will preferably hold the NEBOSH Construction Certificate, Principal Designer/CDM accreditations/qualifications, APS Membership and preferably CMIOSH, or actively working towards CMIOSH status, with a proven track record of hands-on safety advice.
You will have a thorough understanding of current health & safety and fire legislation with proven ability to interpret and apply in a practical and proportional manner.
Ideally, candidates will have previous experience in health and safety consultancy, supporting clients, and providing policies, risk assessments and safe working practices.
Due to the nature of some of our clients, the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS/CRB check.
Package and Benefits include:
- Day Rate: £250 - £300 per day
- Business mileage allowance.
- Department
- Health and Safety
- Locations
- Kettering

Kettering
What do we get up to?
We have a great team environment at HR Solutions, thanks to our wonderful colleagues. From baking competitions to charity walks, bring your dog to work day, and evenings out at escape rooms - we all enjoy getting involved in social and charity events.
About hrsolutions-uk
We're an award-winning HR, Health & Safety and Payroll consultancy. We're experts in the field, having delivered HR advice and support to SMEs for more than 21 years. Essential Safety is our health and safety arm and joined HR Solutions in 2021.
In June 2022, we joined the WorkNest family - which offers Employment Law, HR and Health & Safety services to 40,000+clients.
We're a passionate team, dedicated to building great relationships with our clients. We work with SMEs across a multitude of sectors, who need support managing with managing their workforce.
We recently won Feefo's Gold Trusted Service award for our customer service, and our team has won multiple awards for leadership and advice.
Our growing team is at the heart of what we do, and we pride ourselves on training and developing our staff, helping them to achieve their career aspirations.
Associate CDM Health and Safety Consultant(s)
We are seeking candidates who share our team’s passion and drive to deliver best-in-class H&S CDM services for our clients.
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