Job Description:

Health & Safety Manager – Construction

I’m currently working with a construction business looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Manager to support its ongoing projects and drive high standards of health, safety and compliance across site operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional with a strong construction background who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships with site teams and ensuring health and safety remains a priority throughout project delivery.

The role will involve some travel ,working closely with project managers, site managers, subcontractors and senior stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote a positive safety culture across construction sites.

The Role

• Oversee health and safety compliance across construction projects and site operations.

• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement.

• Review RAMS and ensure safe systems of work are implemented effectively.

• Provide guidance and support to site teams, project managers and subcontractors on health and safety matters.

• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are taken.

• Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, including CDM Regulations 2015 and HSE requirements.

• Deliver toolbox talks and promote best practice across site teams.

• Monitor subcontractor performance and maintain high standards of site safety.

• Support the continuous improvement of health and safety policies, procedures and working practices.

• Travel to sites as required to provide on-site support and maintain compliance.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Manager or similar role within the construction industry.

• NEBOSH-qualified, ideally with a construction-related qualification or equivalent experience.

• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, construction site risks and UK health and safety legislation.

• Experience conducting site audits, inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.

• Confident communicating with site teams, contractors and senior management.

• A hands-on, practical approach with the ability to influence and challenge where necessary.

• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• The opportunity to work across active construction projects.

• A varied, site-focused role with real scope to influence health and safety performance.

• The chance to work with key stakeholders and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Interested?

If you're a Health & Safety professional with construction experience and are open to exploring a new opportunity, I'd be keen to have a confidential conversation.

Please get in touch to discuss the role in more detail, including the project portfolio, package and travel requirements.