Pay: £27,000.00 - £29,000.00 per year
Job description:
New Health & Safety Assistant / Trainee position
A fantastic opportunity has opened up with a well-established construction company in the Canterbury/Dover area for someone looking to start a long-term career in Health & Safety.
The business is growing, winning more work, and now ready to bring in a new team member they can train, support, and develop into a Health & Safety professional.
Position: Health & Safety Assistant / Health & Safety Trainee
Sector: Construction
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 DOE
Location: Canterbury/Dover district
Skilled Careers contact: Rhys Richards (Skilled Careers Maidstone branch)
The Company
This is a respected regional contractor operating across the South East. They deliver a mix of projects for:
Local authorities (term maintenance contracts)
Water authorities (term maintenance contracts)
Major contractors
They currently turn over around £9 million per year and have a close-knit team of 30 staff, plus subcontractors. It’s a supportive environment where everyone plays an important part in the company’s success.
The Role
Because this is a smaller business, the role is varied and hands-on — you won’t be stuck doing just one task. You’ll work closely with the Health & Safety Manager and gradually build your knowledge and responsibilities.
To begin with, your day-to-day will include:
Monitoring staff training and qualifications (CITB, NPORS, First Aid, etc.)
Booking training courses and keeping training records up to date
Tracking qualification expiry dates
Helping manage the plant and vehicle fleet
Booking servicing and maintenance
Checking tools and plant in and out
Making sure PPE stock levels are right across sites
As you gain experience, you’ll take on more responsibility and progress towards becoming a Health & Safety Advisor.
Training & Development
This role is designed as a career pathway, not just a job. You’ll receive:
IOSH training
College day release to study Level 3 in Construction & The Built Environment
Ongoing support towards higher qualifications, including NEBOSH
What They’re Looking For
Someone organised, reliable, and detail-focused
Flexible attitude — duties will vary depending on business needs
Good IT skills
Full driving licence and own transport (essential for office and site visits)
A genuine interest in building a long-term career in Health & Safety
What’s on Offer
£27,000–£29,000 starting salary (DOE)
Clear progression into a professional H&S role
Funded training and qualifications (Level 3 in Construction & the Built Environment along with IOSH)
Supportive team environment in a growing business
Interested
If you’re looking to break into Health & Safety within construction and want a company that will actually invest in your development, click Apply Now or contact Rhys Richards at Skilled Careers (Maidstone branch) for more information.
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