Job Vacancy: Trainee Health & Safety Advisor

Job Title: Trainee Health & Safety Advisor

Reports To: HSE Director / HSE Manager

Department: Health & Safety

Location: Cardiff

Contract: Full Time & Permanent

Hours of work: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Salary: To Be Confirmed

THE COMPANY

CMB Engineering is one of the UK's largest independent Building Services Contractors in England and Wales. At CMB Engineering, personality and drive are key characteristics for a high performing team member. The business was formed in 1992 and since CMB began it has established itself as a ‘no grief’ partner to national blue chip construction firms.

THE JOB

As our Business continues to grow, we are looking for a Trainee Health & Safety Advisor to join our Health & Safety Team in Cardiff.

Working closely with experience Health & Safety professionals, you’ll gain valuable experience in risk management, auditing, incident investigation, legal compliance and safety culture development. Whilst progressing towards Health & Safety Qualifications.

Whilst experience and detailed knowledge are desirable, we also have a strong reputation for developing people. We remain a family business with family values and offer a working environment that supports hard work and encourages an enjoyable working environment.

If this seems like something that would interest you, please get in touch.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments

• Support accident and incident investigations

• Maintain Health and Safety records and documentation

• Help deliver inductions, toolbox talks and safety communications

• Monitor compliance with company procedures and legislation

• Support Managers in promoting a strong safety culture

• Assist in implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in training and work towards professional Health and Safety Qualifications

• Provide general support to the Health and Safety Team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Full UK driving license (essential)

• Motivated individual that can work as part of a team and to their own initiative

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to be proactive with tasks and duties

• Committed to following procedures and ensuring tasks are fully completed

• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Confidence to engage with employees at all levels

DESIRABLE / BENEFICIAL

• Strong interest in health, safety, and environment roles

• Positive, proactive attitude towards learning and development

• Strong observational and problem-solving abilities

• Good organisational and time-management skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint)

BENEFITS (subject to a successful completion of probationary period)

Competitive salary

Private Healthcare

Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Company Pension Scheme

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send a copy of your CV to David Williams & Kayleigh Bagshaw via email to careers@cmbeng.co.uk

Closing Date for CV’s: Friday 28th August 2026 at 5:00pm

Shortlisting: W/C Tuesday 1st September 2026

Date for Interviews: Wednesday 9th September 2026

Please Note: Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we may only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if the demand in applications become high. We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies.

CMB Engineering is an Equal Opportunities Employer.