M J Coles Construction Services requires an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their business – an exciting opportunity for the correct candidate to join an ever-growing company.
Duties include:
- Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations.
- Preparing site RAMS.
- Site Visits nationwide as and when required.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
- Create and maintain incident reporting systems, investigate accidents, and provide recommendations for preventing future occurrences.
- Manage and oversee safety training for all sub-contractors ensuring they have the correct accreditations to work on site.
- Stay up to date with UK health and safety standards and ensure staff compliance.
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans and conduct drills to ensure a prompt and effective response to emergencies.
- Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and certification bodies to maintain and renew necessary accreditations, such as Constructionline ISO 45001 & 9001.
- Develop, update, and communicate safety policies and procedures to ensure all employees / sub-contractors understand and follow safety guidelines.
- Investigate and report on all incidents, accidents, and near misses, and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
- Maintain accurate records of all safety-related activities, incidents, inspections, and training programs.
Essential skills:
- At least 5 years Health and Safety experience
- Experience within the Construction industry preferred but not essential.
- NEBOSH Certification.
- In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislations and regulations.
- Sound understanding of business management systems including relevant Standards e.g. ISO 14001, 45001 & 9001
- Very strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT.
- Full UK driving license.
The role is office based in Earlswood, Solihull working Monday – Fridays, 8am to 5pm with nationwide site visits as required.
Salary/Package: Starting at £50,000 with a 6-month probation period, 20 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, pension, use of a company pool car.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Solihull, West Midlands: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Will you be able to work from our office in Solihull, Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm?
Experience:
- Health & Safety: 5 years (required)
- Construction: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NEBOSH General Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
