Lancaster & Morecambe College
Health and Safety Lead in Construction and Engineering
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Health and Safety Lead in Construction and Engineering
Health & Safety Lead in Construction and Engineering
Location: Lancaster Salary: £28,917 per annum Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Closing Date: 15th July 2026 Reference: SE4211
About the Role
Are you confident managing health and safety in a complex, hands-on environment?
Lancaster and Morecambe College are looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Lead to take overall responsibility for health and safety across the Construction and Engineering programme area. This role involves:
- Collaborating with the cross-College Health & Safety team to ensure legislative compliance
- Developing and promoting a strong safety culture
- Maintaining safe, well-prepared workshop environments
- Line-managing the Instructor Technician team, providing leadership and fostering high-quality delivery in practical learning areas
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring all Health & Safety legislation is met across the Construction and Engineering department
- Developing, reviewing, and implementing risk assessments, along with safe systems of work
- Analysing health and safety data to identify trends and risks
- Preparing for and facilitating audits and inspections
- Supporting colleagues through training, briefings, and one-to-one guidance
- Managing the Instructor Technician team, mentoring and developing their safety expertise
- Ensuring all necessary documentation and records are up to date and compliant
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Requirements
To apply for this role, you should:
- Have professional health and safety experience -Possess a practical knowledge of construction or engineering environments
- Be confident developing and reviewing risk assessments
- Have Level 2 health and safety qualifications (or commit to working towards them)
- Hold GCSEs (or equivalents) in Maths and English
- Be committed to achieving IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) and NEBOSH qualifications
Benefits of This Post
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- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (9.3% employer contribution)
- Generous leave entitlement:
- 28 days' annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and College Closure Days
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Opportunities for continuing professional development
- Strong staff support services
- Free staff parking
- EV charging facilities
About Lancaster and Morecambe College
Lancaster and Morecambe College is a thriving Further Education (FE) College, known for its strong community links and technical, professional, and creative education.
Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are committed to supporting local industry and education.
Important Information
All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners policy.
Safeguarding duties specific to this role are outlined in the full job description.
Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College.
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