H&S Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering and utilities contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee H&S standards across projects in Devon and Cornwall. This role offers autonomy, a supportive environment, and opportunities for training and career progression, within a close-knit team.

Benefits

Company car

Training opportunities

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in construction, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of safety on-site.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage H&S functions across civils/utilities projects.
• Support a high-performing and collaborative safety team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, training, and development.

Skills

Knowledge of SHEA principles

Proactive attitude

Team-oriented

Education

NEBOSH

Job description

Health & Safety Manager

Exeter, regional role with travel across Devon & Cornwall

£40,000 - £50,000 + Company Car + Training + Progression + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity for a Health & safety professional to join a growing and ambitious civil engineering and utilities contractor, offering autonomy, excellent work-life balance, and long-term progression in a close-knit, family-oriented team.

Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional with a background in construction, civils, or utilities? Are you looking for a hands-on role within a supportive and forward-thinking company where you can make a real impact?

Established for over 40 years, this regional civil engineering and utilities contractor has over 200 employees and a strong presence across the South West. With major contracts in place with long-standing clients, they are now set for a significant period of growth. The business focus is on creating a supportive environment for their people to develop their skills, progress, and have stable careers. Due to this expected growth, they are recruiting for a driven H&S professional to join their team.

In this role, you will report to the Head of Department and work closely with a small team. You will be responsible for ensuring H&S standards are upheld across civil engineering and utilities projects. This is a regional role that combines regular site travel and regular presence in Exeter and other offices.

This role would suit a driven H&S professional with a NEBOSH or equivalent qualification and experience in the construction, civil engineering or utilities sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated H&S professional to join a well-established team, offering further training, and career progression.

The Role:

• Manage H&S functions across civils/utilities projects across Devon & Cornwall
• Regional travel to sites (2-3 days per week) & regular days in the offices
• Support a high-performing and collaborative safety team
• Contribute to continuous improvement, training, and development

The Person:

• NEBOSH qualified with experience in construction, utilities, or civils
• Strong working knowledge of SHEA principles and safety on-site
• Proactive, self-disciplined, and team-orientated
• Full UK Driving Licence

Reference Number: BBBH255899

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.