Contractor Safety Officer

Contractor Safety Officer We are partnering with our client, a respected organisation within the Aerospace and FMCG sectors, to recruit a Contractor Safety Officer to support site safety operations across multiple…

Pay rate £400/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 10 September 2026

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Contractor Safety Officer

We are partnering with our client, a respected organisation within the Aerospace and FMCG sectors, to recruit a Contractor Safety Officer to support site safety operations across multiple locations, including Bristol and Chester. Joining our client's team on a contract basis, you'll play a key role in driving compliance with UK health and safety regulations, leading audits, and promoting a strong safety culture through effective communication and collaboration.

Key Skills & What You'll Be Doing

Site Safety Operations - Oversee day-to-day safety activities across different sites, ensuring standards are consistently maintained.
Auditing - Conduct thorough site audits, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
NEBOSH - Apply your NEBOSH-level health and safety expertise to align practices with UK legislation and best practice.
First Aid - Provide first-line response and support in the event of incidents, enhancing on-site emergency preparedness.
Excellent Communication Skills - Engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels to influence safety behaviours and outcomes.
Presenting Skills - Deliver toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings that are clear, engaging, and impactful.
Teamwork & Independence - Work collaboratively with our client's team while being able to operate autonomously when required.
Documentation Standards - Prepare and maintain high-quality safety documentation, reports, and records.
Strong IT Competency - Use digital tools and systems to track audits, actions, and safety performance.
Stakeholder Management - Build strong relationships with site teams and management to embed a culture of safety.
FMCG / Aerospace Experience - Prior exposure to these sectors will help you quickly understand operational risks.
Pay: Circa £400 a day plus travel expenses on days visiting other sites for audits. If you're proactive, adaptable, and ready for an immediate start, we'd be keen to discuss this opportunity with you.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Progressive please visit

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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