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Health & Safety Manager – Civils/Groundworks & Sewer Construction 🚧 Location: Surrey (with site travel across London & surrounding areas) Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering | Groundworks | Utilities About Us We're an established, family-run civil engineering contractor with over 40 years' experience, specialising in sewer connections, excavation works, and site drainage. Operating across London and the South East, we deliver projects ranging from £3k to £3m for commercial and domestic clients, with a strong focus on quality and client loyalty. As a close-knit, fast-paced team, we're looking for a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in maintaining our excellent safety record while supporting our continued growth. The Role This is a hands-on HSE leadership position with real impact. You'll be responsible for developing and enforcing all health, safety, and environmental policies across multiple live construction sites, with a specialist focus on: ✅ Excavation & tunnelling (shaft and heading, open cut/trench works) ✅ Confined spaces (manhole entry, live sewer connections) ✅ Lifting operations and heavy plant/machinery You'll split your time between office-based work and regular site visits, working closely with our Contracts Manager, Scheduling Manager, site operatives, and clients. This role offers genuine scope for development within a growing family business. Key Responsibilities 🔹 Safety Systems & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with construction safety regulations and confined spaces/excavation standards, • Create, review and maintain site-specific RAMS for high-risk activities, • Develop and continuously improve company-wide HSE Management Systems, • Conduct proactive safety audits across all active projects, • Identify and mitigate hazards including trench collapse, toxic gases, traffic management, and biological risks, • Deliver effective H&S training (inductions, confined spaces, excavation safety, PPE protocols), • Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings, • Champion a positive, preventative safety culture across the organisation, • Investigate all accidents, near-misses and incidents to determine root causes, • Manage RIDDOR reporting and regulatory compliance, • Liaise with clients, principal contractors, utility companies and regulatory bodies (HSE, water authorities), • Lead H&S accreditations (CHAS, Constructionline Gold), • Support tender submissions with pre-qualification documentation, • Stay current with legislation and industry best practices What We're Looking For Essential: • 4+ years in a dedicated H&S role within civils/groundworks, • Specific experience in sewer construction, excavation, confined spaces, tunnelling and lifting operations, • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent professional safety qualification), • CSCS card, • UK Driving Licence, • Degree in Health & Safety or related field, • Grad IOSH, • Confined Space Certificate, • TWSTC (Temporary Works Supervisor Course), • Lifting AP (Appointed Person) Your Profile You're a self-motivated, proactive professional who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You demonstrate: ✔ Perseverance in maintaining zero H&S stoppages ✔ Quick thinking and ability to make an impact from day one ✔ Calm under pressure with excellent judgement (including authority to stop unsafe work) ✔ Strong communication and coaching skills to drive cultural change ✔ Methodical organisation and exceptional attention to detail ✔ Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, small team environment ✔ Genuine interest in process improvement and leveraging technology

Job Title: Decorating Estimator / Quantity Surveyor Location: Office (Merthyr Tydfil) & Site-based (South Wales & UK) Employment Type: Full-time, Immediate Start Salary: Competitive (see package details below) About QDL Contractors Ltd QDL Contractors Ltd is an established and reputable multi-disciplined contractor specialising in decorating, refurbishment, and maintenance services. Based in South Wales, we operate across Wales and the Southwest, delivering high-quality workmanship to both longstanding and new clients. With accredited standards in quality, health & safety and environmental management (ISO 9001 & 14001, CHAS, SMAS, Constructionline Gold), we place strong emphasis on professionalism, safety, and continuous development. Our commitment to investing in our people remains central to our continued success. As our pipeline of work continues to grow, we are seeking a driven Decorating Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team and play a key role in the delivery of our multi-disciplined projects. The Role As a Decorating Estimator / Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial and estimating functions of the business. Your duties will include: • Preparing accurate estimates and tender submissions for decorating and refurbishment projects, including materials, labour and subcontractor costs., • Managing commercial aspects of projects from pre-contract through to completion, including cost monitoring, valuations, variations and forecasting., • Liaising closely with contracts managers, site teams and clients to ensure budgetary, programme and quality targets are achieved., • Carrying out both office-based tasks (estimates, reports, payments, cost analysis) and site-based activities (site visits, scope verification, liaising with project teams)., • Contributing to the development and improvement of estimating systems, cost databases and wider commercial processes. About You We are looking for an individual who can bring professionalism, accuracy and drive to the role. You will ideally: • Have previous experience in estimating and/or quantity surveying within construction, refurbishment or decorating environments., • Be confident working both in the office and on site., • Possess strong analytical and numerical capability, with the ability to develop accurate cost models and manage commercial aspects effectively., • Be proficient with technology and able to communicate complex information clearly to internal and external stakeholders., • Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills, working collaboratively with site teams, subcontractors and clients., • Be proactive, organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment., • Hold or be working toward a professional qualification (RICS, CIOB or equivalent), or have proven practical experience in construction estimating. What We Offer • Immediate start within a growing, reputable and well-structured company, • A varied role incorporating both office and site work, • Exposure to a broad range of projects across multiple sectors, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • A supportive, collaborative working environment where quality, safety and people are valued Salary & Package, • Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), • Company vehicle • Generous holiday entitlement, • Pension scheme, • Training and career development opportunities How to Apply If you’re ready to take on a dynamic and rewarding role, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your estimating/QS experience and motivation for joining QDL Contractors Ltd to . We are looking to appoint quickly and will be in touch with suitable candidates to arrange interviews.

About Us We're an established, family-run civil engineering contractor with over 40 years' experience, specialising in sewer connections, excavation works, and site drainage. Operating across London and the South East, we deliver projects ranging from £3k to £3m for commercial and domestic clients, with a strong focus on quality and client loyalty. As a close-knit, fast-paced team, we're looking for a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in maintaining our excellent safety record while supporting our continued growth. The Role This is a hands-on HSE leadership position with real impact. You'll be responsible for developing and enforcing all health, safety, and environmental policies across multiple live construction sites, with a specialist focus on: Excavation & tunnelling (shaft and heading, open cut/trench works) Confined spaces (manhole entry, live sewer connections) Lifting operations and heavy plant/machinery You'll split your time between office-based work and regular site visits, working closely with our Contracts Manager, Scheduling Manager, site operatives, and clients. This role offers genuine scope for development within a growing family business. Key Responsibilities Safety Systems & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with construction safety regulations and confined spaces/excavation standards, • Create, review and maintain site-specific RAMS for high-risk activities, • Develop and continuously improve company-wide HSE Management Systems, • Conduct proactive safety audits across all active projects, • Identify and mitigate hazards including trench collapse, toxic gases, traffic management, and biological risks, • Deliver effective H&S training (inductions, confined spaces, excavation safety, PPE protocols), • Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings, • Champion a positive, preventative safety culture across the organisation, • Investigate all accidents, near-misses and incidents to determine root causes, • Manage RIDDOR reporting and regulatory compliance, • Liaise with clients, principal contractors, utility companies and regulatory bodies (HSE, water authorities), • Lead H&S accreditations (CHAS, Constructionline Gold), • Support tender submissions with pre-qualification documentation, • Stay current with legislation and industry best practices What We're Looking For Essential: • 4+ years in a dedicated H&S role within civils/groundworks, • Specific experience in sewer construction, excavation, confined spaces, tunnelling and lifting operations, • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent professional safety qualification), • CSCS card, • UK Driving Licence, • Degree in Health & Safety or related field, • Grad IOSH, • Confined Space Certificate, • TWSTC (Temporary Works Supervisor Course), • Lifting AP (Appointed Person) Your Profile You're a self-motivated, proactive professional who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You demonstrate: Perseverance in maintaining zero H&S stoppages Quick thinking and ability to make an impact from day one Calm under pressure with excellent judgement (including authority to stop unsafe work) Strong communication and coaching skills to drive cultural change Methodical organisation and exceptional attention to detail Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, small team environment Genuine interest in process improvement and leveraging technology

Office Manager Based in North London Permanent Paying up to £50K per annum Full responsibility for day-to-day office and standalone HR management, handling both routine and complex employee matters. End-to-end employee lifecycle management, including onboarding, probation reviews, maternity processes, disciplinaries, redundancies, and terminations. Drafting and issuing offer letters and employment contracts and ensuring all new starters are fully inducted. Conducting DBS checks and Right to Work checks in line with UK legislation and compliance requirements. Maintaining and updating company policies in line with employment law and communicating changes effectively to staff. Issue self-certification forms to staff returning from sick leave and conduct return-to-work interviews. Managing all exit interviews, collecting feedback and reporting findings to line management and the Board of Directors. Actively supporting recruitment activities, including managing terms of business, candidate sourcing, shortlisting, and interviewing. Acting as Level 1 User and Authorising Officer for Sponsorship Licences, assigning Certificates of Sponsorship to overseas workers. Managing training and e-learning for new and existing employees, maintaining the training matrix/platform and coordinating funding. Sitting in disciplinaries, gross misconducts to act as an impartial person and record meeting notes Working closely with the Fleet department to ensure new starters requiring vehicles are onboarded - this includes completing license checks and passing on the relevant information to the Fleet Coordinator. Mental Health First Aid support - acting as a 'go to' person when issues arise, providing day to day HR support if any issues are raised Keeping in touch with staff with long-term absences, ensuring there is clear communication throughout and passing any feedback onto line management. Liaising with the external HR solicitor on any complex HR issues. Ensuring new starters are informed on the 'Wisdom' app - the EAP programme.Finance Support Assisting with monthly payroll in collaboration with the Finance Controller, including processing agency timesheets and payments (EEBS). Chasing line managers to ensure expenses have been approved within deadline. Ensuring absences including sick absences have been recorded properly - issuing fit notes to payroll Coordinate with Accounts team on leases for new offices, setting out deposits, notice periods, cost, and location Ensuring all yearly confirmation statements issued by external accountants have been signed and saved in relevant folder on Datto Saving all leases and agreements in relevant folders.Compliance and Accreditations Overseeing annual renewal of company accreditations (CHAS, ISO, Constructionline, NFRC, Cyber Essentials) Managing annual renewal of company insurances. Completing all Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and onboarding processes for subcontractors and updating the PQQ matrix. Assisting the external tender management team on any documents they require Managing ISO renewal throughout the year with external consultant. Managing and updating the Health and Safety Audit tracker, ensuring they have been submitted monthly.General Office Administration Coordinating PAT testing, fire extinguisher service, and other statutory servicing across office locations. Actively contributing to Senior Management Team meetings, raising departmental risks, issues, and improvement opportunities. Organising company events, including team-building activities, networking events, and annual functions. Day-to-day office management and operational support. Ordering office supplies, ordering stock and ensuring office is well equipped Answering incoming calls on the landline telephone, and directing the calls where relevant Monitoring the Head Office and General Enquiries inbox Liaising daily with IT company on equipment set ups, deliveries to the other offices, and creating new starter forms and leavers form Ordering the staff equipment, setting up replacements if equipment is damaged Liaising with the Landlords of the other offices if any issues arise (e.g. boiler issues).Training Issuing out training to new starters (Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, Working at Height, First Aid and any other relevant courses) Send out refresher training for any expired training courses. Set up CITB funding and training grants Organise external training (e.g. SMSTS, PASMA, TWTC, NVQ's) Coordinate in team's diaries on booking in training to ensure there is cover on site, and have clear communication with line management on training datesRequirements 10 years' experience in Office management (at least 3 in a construction company) Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook and Excel skills Strong line management skills Strong confidence in IT systems

Health and Safety Advisor–£55,000-£60,000 + Benefits including car– Canary Wharf, London/ Hybrid The Role Are you NEBOSH certified and experienced in delivering practical health and safety management support? Do you enjoy working directly with clients to ensure they meet their legal and certification requirements? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a confident and knowledgeable Health and Safety Advisor to join our established and growing consultancy. You will work closely with our clients to carry out site inspections/audits, create and deliver health and safety documentation that is compliant, clear and specific to their operations. Whether it’s drafting risk assessments, supporting audits, or delivering training, your role will be central to helping clients build and maintain a safe working environment. Your time will be spent between client sites, our Canary Wharf office, and occasional working from home. Ready to take the next step in your health and safety career, apply today! Key Responsibilities: Develop Health & Safety Documentation: * Create and tailor health and safety policies, procedures, and manuals specific to each client’s operational needs. * Design and implement risk assessments and method statements, ensuring they are practical, compliant, and easily understandable. Certification and Compliance Support: * Provide guidance and support to clients seeking health and safety accreditations (such as CHAS, SafeContractor, ISO standards). * Conduct audits and gap analyses to assess compliance with regulatory standards and certification requirements. Client Engagement and Consultancy: * Serve as the designated Competent Person for health and safety as needed, oAering ongoing advice and support. * Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure adherence to safety practices, providing actionable recommendations for improvement. Training and Awareness: * Develop and deliver health and safety training sessions for clients’ to improve safety awareness and compliance. * Keep clients informed of changes in health and safety legislation and best practices, ensuring proactive compliance. The Company The client has been established for over 20 years, and is committed to providing bespoke health and safety services across multiple sectors, including construction, education, commercial, and retail. They take pride in a practical and tailored approach to safety, focusing on delivering clear, effective and compliant safety solutions. The Person * NEBOSH Construction Certificate (preferred) or equivalent; additional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH General, Fire Risk Assessment) are advantageous. * Proven experience in health and safety advisory, ideally within construction, consultancy or a similar client focused environment. * Strong understanding of UK health and safety regulations, including CDM 2015, ISO standards, and sector-specific guidelines. * Technical Proficiency: Skilled in developing and implementing safety policies, risk assessments, and compliance documentation. * Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and practical manner. * Attention to Detail: Thorough and meticulous in evaluating and documenting safety procedures and compliance standards. * Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying safety risks and providing effective solutions for a safe working environment. * IT proficient in Microsoft outlook, word, excel, etc

Service Engineer (Smoke & Fire South) Are you a skilled Service Engineer who is confident at decision making and using your initiative? Do you have strong influencing and communication skills? Then this role could be for you. Positions Summary We have great a opportunity for a Service Engineer to join us within Swegon's Service department in a standalone role, working on customer sites to provide skilled fire/smoke damper control services. Our Service Engineers report into the Area Service Manager, working on a field remote basis around the London and South East/Kent areas. Main duties and responsibilities Carrying out maintenance, repair, commissioning and service support to a range of smoke/fire dampers and control panels as well as ventilation equipment. Communicating technical information and site requirements back to the Service office Fault finding Liaising and developing working relationships both with the customer and other employees within the company Completion of relevant paperwork using our online platform Awareness and appreciation of Health and Safety requirements and completion of Dynamic Risk Assessments Lead generation, identifying commercial opportunities for business development Compliance with company policies, procedures and processes to ensure that regulations are complied with for our ongoing accreditation to REFCOM, Safe Contractor and CHAS Essential Experience Basic knowledge of ventilation and smoke damper control and industry practices Dealing with customers and the ability to communicate technical information and site requirements back to the Service office Awareness and appreciation of Health and Safety requirements to industry standards. Understanding the importance of working in line with risk assessments and method statements Providing an appropriate audit trail of documentation relating to servicing of customer sites Base level electrical and wiring knowledge Previous experience in duct work Essential Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Engineering/Mechanical type qualification Full Driving Licence Computer literacy ACRIB / CSCS Card or other safety awareness course Desirable Qualifications IPAF PASMA HND/C Mechanical or Electrical engineering or similar Level 2 or 3 NVQ in an Engineering/Mechanical or Electrical type qualification Level 2 or 3 NVQ Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Controls qualification Controls qualification ACRIB / CSCS Card or other safety awareness course (Please note; we are not considering agencies to assist with filling this position.) We are always prospecting for high quality Engineers with the Swegon values. Whilst we may not have an active role at this time, should you be interested in knowing more about our vacancies, please make contact

About Us We're an established, family-run civil engineering contractor with over 40 years' experience, specialising in sewer connections, excavation works, and site drainage. Operating across London and the South East, we deliver projects ranging from £3k to £3m for commercial and domestic clients, with a strong focus on quality and client loyalty. As a close-knit, fast-paced team, we're looking for a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in maintaining our excellent safety record while supporting our continued growth. The Role This is a hands-on HSE leadership position with real impact. You'll be responsible for developing and enforcing all health, safety, and environmental policies across multiple live construction sites, with a specialist focus on: ✅ Excavation & tunnelling (shaft and heading, open cut/trench works) ✅ Confined spaces (manhole entry, live sewer connections) ✅ Lifting operations and heavy plant/machinery You'll split your time between office-based work and regular site visits, working closely with our Contracts Manager, Scheduling Manager, site operatives, and clients. This role offers genuine scope for development within a growing family business. Key Responsibilities Safety Systems & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with construction safety regulations and confined spaces/excavation standards, • Create, review and maintain site-specific RAMS for high-risk activities, • Develop and continuously improve company-wide HSE Management Systems, • Manage plant, equipment and vehicle fleet testing/calibration records Risk Assessment & Site Inspections • Conduct proactive safety audits across all active projects, • Identify and mitigate hazards including trench collapse, toxic gases, traffic management, and biological risks, • Monitor on-site compliance and enforce safety standards Training & Culture • Deliver effective H&S training (inductions, confined spaces, excavation safety, PPE protocols), • Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings, • Champion a positive, preventative safety culture across the organisation, • Maintain training records and qualification tracking Incident Management • Investigate all accidents, near-misses and incidents to determine root causes, • Manage RIDDOR reporting and regulatory compliance, • Develop corrective action plans and compile safety performance reports Stakeholder Liaison • Liaise with clients, principal contractors, utility companies and regulatory bodies (HSE, water authorities), • Lead H&S accreditations (CHAS, Constructionline Gold), • Support tender submissions with pre-qualification documentation, • Stay current with legislation and industry best practices What We're Looking For Essential: • 4+ years in a dedicated H&S role within civils/groundworks, • Specific experience in sewer construction, excavation, confined spaces, tunnelling and lifting operations, • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent professional safety qualification), • CSCS card, • UK Driving Licence, • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office suite) Desirable: • Degree in Health & Safety or related field, • Grad IOSH, • Confined Space Certificate, • TWSTC (Temporary Works Supervisor Course), • Lifting AP (Appointed Person) Your Profile You're a self-motivated, proactive professional who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You demonstrate: ✔ Perseverance in maintaining zero H&S stoppages ✔ Quick thinking and ability to make an impact from day one ✔ Calm under pressure with excellent judgement (including authority to stop unsafe work) ✔ Strong communication and coaching skills to drive cultural change ✔ Methodical organisation and exceptional attention to detail ✔ Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, small team environment ✔ Genuine interest in process improvement and leveraging technology