H&S Manager

SSA Recruitment; Stamfordham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Autonomy in role

Competitive salary package

Professional development

Job summary

SSA Recruitment is supporting a well-established construction and contracting group in the North East to appoint a Health & Safety Manager. You will lead H&S across demolition, construction and operations, ensuring robust systems are implemented and continuously improved across sites.

You will collaborate with senior management, site teams and operations to drive compliant practices, deliver training, investigations and proactive risk reduction, with a focus on culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or higher
• Experience as Health & Safety Manager / Senior HSE role
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and construction regs
• Audits, inspections and incident investigations experience
• RAMS and safe systems of work proficiency
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work autonomously across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Lead H&S across demolition, construction and related activities.
• Provide expert H&S advice to senior management and site teams.
• Develop and continually improve H&S policies and procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation and industry best practice.
• Review and approve RAMS and safe working procedures.
• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor subcontractor H&S performance and training needs.
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions and safety training.
• Produce H&S reports and performance updates for leadership.
• Promote a strong H&S culture across the business.

Skills

Communication

Influencing skills

Autonomy

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

CMIOSH / Diploma

Job description

About the Company

A well-established and growing construction and contracting group is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Manager to oversee and drive high standards of Health & Safety across its operations in the North East.

The business operates across a diverse range of sectors including demolition, civil engineering, construction, highways, aggregates, waste management, plant and haulage, providing an excellent environment for an experienced H&S professional.

About the Role

As Health & Safety Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and developing the company's Health & Safety standards across its demolition and construction operations.

You will work closely with senior management, operational teams and site management to ensure robust H&S systems are implemented, maintained and continuously improved.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional looking to take ownership of H&S within a varied and fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Health & Safety across demolition, construction and associated operational activities.
• Provide expert H&S advice and guidance to senior management, site teams and operational staff.
• Develop, implement and continually improve H&S policies, procedures and systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice.
• Review and approve Risk Assessments, Method Statements and other relevant documentation.
• Lead and support accident, incident and near-miss investigations.
• Monitor and improve subcontractor H&S performance.
• Deliver and support toolbox talks, inductions and H&S training.
• Identify areas of risk and implement appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
• Produce H&S reports, statistics and performance updates for senior management.
• Promote and maintain a strong, positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation and ensure the business remains compliant.
• Work collaboratively with operational and senior management teams to continually improve H&S performance.

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or higher-level Health & Safety qualification.
• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Manager / Senior H&S Advisor position.
• Strong background within demolition, construction, civil engineering or another high-risk environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and construction regulations.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections and incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage with both senior management and site-based teams.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of Health & Safety across multiple operations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ Level 6 / CMIOSH would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to take a senior H&S position within an established and expanding construction group.
• Broad exposure across demolition, construction and civil engineering operations.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility within the role.
• Opportunity to influence and further develop the company's H&S culture and systems.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience