Case Study: Ensuring Safety in a Complex Manufacturing Construction Project
Client Overview
A global manufacturing client operating in a high-hazard industry approached Irwin and Colton with an urgent requirement for an experienced Health and Safety professional to support major projects at a large industrial site in the North East of England. The live site was undergoing extensive upgrades, including the relocation of production facilities, heavy lifting operations, demolition, and the commissioning of new plant facilities.
Challenge
The client needed a contractor with:
Proven expertise in high-hazard industries, including process safety, construction safety, and contractor management, capable of overseeing hazard studies, commissioning, and handovers immediately in a live environment.
Strong project experience, particularly in health and safety management during construction and commissioning.
Solution and Results
We placed a Chartered Health & Safety professional with 25+ years’ experience in high-risk sectors, with a track record of managing health and safety on large-scale projects.
Key achievements included:
Enhancing contractor management processes, integrating them into existing systems, and providing training for seamless adoption.
Managing health and safety risks across critical project phases, ensuring successful completion.
Why Irwin and Colton?
Our expertise in interim and contract recruitment ensures clients quickly find top-tier health and safety professionals to address urgent needs confidently.
Contact us
To discuss how we can support your health and safety requirements, please contact Tom Hewat. Tom specialises in placing interim and contract professionals into manufacturing and industrial organisations across the UK.