Job Description:

Health and Safety Manager - Minimum Requirements

Qualifications and Professional Membership

• Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH).
• NVQ Level 5 or 6 in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent qualification and/or relevant experience).
• National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health Construction Certificate and/or Diploma.

Knowledge and Technical Expertise

• Detailed technical knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and industry guidance.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years' health and safety experience within the construction industry or a comparable sector, including significant CDM experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Health and Safety Manager role.
• Proven experience working on major infrastructure, earthworks, civil engineering, rail, highways, fencing on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating contractor interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience leading incident investigations and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Experience undertaking assurance activities, including site inspections, audits, and leadership safety tours.
• Experience analysing and presenting health and safety performance data, trends, and recommendations to senior management teams.
• Proven ability to provide leadership, guidance, and support to operational and functional teams.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.