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Represent us on a national construction safety group

Help shape how the industry responds to new risks and changing ways of working

We are seeking an experienced member for the Health and Safety Executive’s Construction Industry Advisory Committee (CONIAC), Keeping Pace with Change sub-group.

This sub-group helps keep health and safety guidance and standards up to date in a fast‑moving sector.

As our representative, you will bring occupational safety and health expertise into national discussions. You’ll help address innovation challenges and emerging risks. Your insight will help shape safe and practical approaches to new ways of working.

What’s in it for me?

This is a genuine opportunity to shape national policy and practice. You will:

  • contribute health and safety expertise at the highest level of industry discussion
  • raise IOSH’s profile within the construction sector
  • build connections with senior stakeholders across government, industry and the health and safety profession
  • gain valuable professional development and broaden your experience of policy and public affairs.

New to external representation? Find out more about being an IOSH external representative.

Time commitment

The sub-group meets up to four times per year. Smaller groups for specific projects meet in addition to this. Meetings typically last around an hour. They are held online and during office hours (Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00). 

You will also need a small amount of time between meetings to review papers and prepare your input. This is usually no more than an hour per meeting.

Who can apply?

IOSH members, ideally with CMIOSH or above, with the relevant skills and experience.

No Chartered status? We'll still consider you if you have extensive knowledge and experience in your field. Affiliate and Student Members are not eligible to apply.

  • Skills and experience

    You’ll need:

    • Strong occupational safety and health knowledge in construction or another high-risk sector.
    • A good understanding of UK legislation and emerging industry trends.
    • The ability to assess new technologies from a risk perspective.
    • Confidence communicating in multi-stakeholder settings.
    • A collaborative approach and commitment to IOSH values.

  • Key responsibilities

    As our representative on this committee, you will:

    • Attend meetings and contribute to discussions on new risks and technologies.
    • Share insight on new processes, materials and digital systems.
    • Review papers, draft outputs and provide evidence-based feedback.
    • Highlight emerging risks and opportunities for IOSH and the profession.

You’ll also be expected to promote our policy positions and feed back on discussions and opportunities.

How to apply

Use the online application form to tell us about your skills, experience and how you’ll support our strategy. You’ll also need to upload your CV as part of the form. The deadline for applications is Tuesday 28 July, 17:00 BST.

Selection process

  1. Interview

    Likely to take place in late August

    Shortlisted applicants will join a video interview with two members of our Policy and Public Affairs team.

  2. Selection decision

    We’ll update all interviewed candidates with the outcome.

  3. Join the committee

    The successful candidate will attend their first sub‑group meeting.

More information

Questions about the role?

Email represent@iosh.com and we’ll be happy to help.

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