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DIO - Construction Design & Management (CDM) Safety Lead

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Construction & Surveying
  • Lichfield

AI generated summary

  • You need 2+ years in construction health & safety, expert CDM knowledge, SMSTS, project management, UK driving licence, NEBOSH Diploma, and IOSH membership.
  • You will oversee CDM compliance, collaborate on assurance programs, conduct site visits, report non-conformances, investigate incidents, and identify major risks, with some travel expected.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years relevant Health & Safety experience in construction
  • Expert practical knowledge of the CDM Regulations, Designer’s duties & the Building Safety Act
  • Expert knowledge of legislation and best practice in relation to Infrastructure asset management
  • Construction–related Health & Safety Qualification (SMSTS)
  • Project Management Qualification
  • UK Driving Licence- Site visits will be required
  • NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent
  • Membership of IOSH or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Working within the Health and Safety Policy and Assurance Team, the Construction Design and Management CDM Safety Lead is responsible for supporting and assisting the Chief Environmental and Safety Officer (CESO) to oversee CDM TLB compliance with CDM legislation and agreed Defence Policies, Regulations, and functional standards in DIO.
  • Working collaboratively with the H&S Team to deliver a co-ordinated assurance programme, developed in collaboration with stakeholders, with the primary aim of identifying non-conformances and maximising opportunities for improvement and driving up standards.
  • Lead with updating and review of CDM policy within the DIO Safety Management System.
  • Support relevant assurance programmes (gateway reviews, desktop assurance checks), assuring and verifying documentation and evidence, providing feedback.
  • Undertaking site visits, assuring activities against Health & Safety / Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulation requirements, giving feedback for corrective actions and positives.
  • Reporting on compliance and performance levels to the relevant Functional Lead, escalating as required when non-compliances are identified, and supporting teams to ensure appropriate action is taken to reach a sound resolution.
  • Ensure that accidents and incidents are reported and investigated as appropriate, ensuring that learning points are identified, and lessons learned are acted upon.
  • Identify risks that have the potential to have a major impact on defence, and escalate up the governance chain, through line management, as relevant.
  • This post has a National remit and therefore a certain amount of travelling is inherent and expected in the post.

FAQs

What is the salary for the DIO - Construction Design & Management (CDM) Safety Lead position?

The salary for this position is £44,590.

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

What are the working patterns available for this role?

The working patterns available include flexible working, full-time, job share, and part-time.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Andover (SP11 8HJ) and Whittington (Lichfield) (WS14 9PY), with other locations possibly considered but not guaranteed.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent is required for this position.

Is a driving license necessary for this role?

Yes, a UK driving license is required as site visits will be necessary.

What kind of experience is required for the role?

A minimum of 2 years relevant health and safety experience in construction is required.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for professional and personal development, including industry-recognized qualifications supported by DIO.

How many vacancies are available for this position?

There is 1 vacancy available for this position.

What benefits come with the position?

Benefits include a highly competitive pension scheme, 25 days of annual leave (increasing to 30 days after 5 years), enhanced parental leave, and access to thousands of training courses.

What behaviors will be assessed during the selection process?

The behaviors assessed will be changing and improving, making effective decisions, delivering at pace, and communicating and influencing.

Is this role open to individuals who require visa sponsorship?

No, this role is not open to applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship under the points-based system.

Will there be a probation period for new recruits?

Yes, external recruits who join the MOD and are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

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