A proactive and experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead, implement, and continuously improve our health, safety, and environmental (HSE) systems across all aspects of the business. The Health & Safety Manager will support projects covering design & build construction, mechanical & electrical engineering, and quoted small works, ensuring compliance with all UK health & safety legislation, industry standards, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Health & Safety Policy in line with UK legislation (HSWA 1974, CDM 2015, EaWR 1989, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, Working at Height Regulations, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 standards (where applicable) and client safety requirements.
- Provide specialist H&S advice to directors, project managers, engineers, and site teams.
- Lead on accident/incident investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting (RIDDOR where applicable).
Project & Site Support
- Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for construction, M&E works, and QSW.
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits, ensuring corrective actions are tracked and closed.
- Support pre-construction planning and design risk assessments (CDM 2015 duties).
- Liaise with Principal Contractors / Principal Designers to ensure safe coordination of works.
- Oversee safety of subcontractors and supply chain, ensuring competency checks and inductions.
Training & Culture
- Deliver H&S toolbox talks, inductions, and training to staff and contractors.
- Promote a positive safety culture across the organisation, encouraging near-miss reporting and proactive risk management.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, industry best practice, and HSE guidance.
- Support staff development by advising on H&S qualifications and training needs (e.g. CSCS, SSSTS, SMSTS).
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain H&S records including training matrices, accident logs, inspection reports, and compliance registers.
- Produce monthly reports for the senior management team with KPIs, trends, and improvement actions.
- Manage H&S input for tendering and pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs).
Requirements
Essential
- NEBOSH National Diploma or NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate (minimum).
- In-depth knowledge of UK H&S legislation and regulations affecting construction and M&E.
- Experience working as an H&S Manager/Advisor in a construction or engineering environment.
- Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
- Experience writing RAMS, carrying out site audits, and leading investigations.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage all levels of staff and subcontractors.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Desirable
- Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards it.
- Experience with ISO 45001 management systems.
- Experience in design & build projects and mechanical/electrical installations.
- Familiarity with client H&S systems (e.g., Achilles, CHAS, Constructionline).
Pay: £40,000.00-£61,750.21 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
