Safety Supervisor
Covering: The North, Midlands, South East and South West
Reports to: Health & Safety Advisor
About Us
At H W Martin (Traffic Management) Ltd, we’re proud to deliver data-led, safety-focused traffic management services that keep the UK’s road network moving. From planned maintenance to emergency interventions, our teams guide vehicles safely and efficiently around roadworks, helping to protect road users, our people, and the environment.
Part of the Martin Group of Companies, we’ve grown from local fencing contracts in the 1970s into a trusted national partner delivering design, build, and maintenance services across the transport and waste recycling infrastructure of the UK. With 16 operational centres and over 1,000 trained colleagues, we are proud of our strong financial stability, long-serving workforce, and culture of continuous improvement.
Our Culture & Values
We are driven by our mission of Excellence in Operation — it shapes how we work, make decisions, and continuously improve.
Our core values define who we are:
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SAFE – We’re accountable for ensuring no one is harmed at work or by our work.
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TRUSTED – We work with integrity and keep our commitments.
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AGILE – We’re flexible, adaptable, and responsive to change.
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PROGRESSIVE – We seek value through innovation and evolution.
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SUSTAINABLE – We make responsible choices today to benefit tomorrow.
We invest in our people, promote fairness and inclusion, and support each other to be the best versions of ourselves.
The Role
We are looking for a Safety Supervisor to join our growing team and help us maintain the highest safety standards across our operations.
In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our depots and sites remain safe and compliant. You’ll carry out regular inspections, deliver toolbox talks, investigate incidents, and collaborate closely with the SHEQ team and operational managers to promote a proactive safety culture across the business.
This role will suit someone with a strong commitment to health and safety, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to challenge and influence positive behaviours in the workplace.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct weekly depot inspections and report findings to the SHEQ team.
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Deliver safety communications including toolbox talks, bulletins, and safety moments.
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Carry out initial accident investigations, including evidence gathering, witness statements, and drug & alcohol testing.
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Produce initial “Fast Facts” reports for the SHEQ and Operations Director.
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Provide immediate MyRelay feedback and allocate actions to relevant project managers.
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Undertake regular site and gate audits (typically two per shift) and share findings with management.
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Exercise Stop Work Authority where immediate safety risks are identified.
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Represent the company at meetings and promote adherence to all safety procedures and standards.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
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Relevant safety qualification.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience within the highways or construction sector.
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Full UK driving licence.
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Strong understanding of safety principles and commitment to best practice.
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Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
Desirable:
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NHSS 12A TMF / 12B LTMO qualification.
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SSSTS or equivalent.
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Strong leadership and influencing skills.
Why Join Us
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Be part of a respected and established organisation with national coverage and local pride.
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Contribute to a company that genuinely values safety, innovation, and integrity.
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Work in a supportive environment that encourages learning, progression, and shared success.
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Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
If you share our passion for safety, teamwork, and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us make the UK’s roads safer — together.
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