Health And Safety Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to oversee safety on a major Birmingham construction site.

You will lead safety campaigns, conduct site inspections, RAMS reviews and toolbox talks, and ensure full regulatory compliance across all site activities. The role requires NEBOSH Construction qualifications, strong communication, and a hands-on approach to safety on a busy project.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or Diploma required.
• Experience managing health and safety on construction sites.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and UK legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor all health and safety activities across the construction site.
• Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation and CDM 2015.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Review RAMS and method statements (RAMS).
• Deliver toolbox talks and site inductions.
• Investigate accidents and near misses and implement corrective actions.
• Promote safe systems of work and monitor subcontractor compliance.
• Liaise with management, contractors and stakeholders on safety matters.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project team.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive safety

Stakeholder management

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

Job description

Health & Safety Manager - Construction

Location: Birmingham, Aston

Sector: Construction / Stadium Project

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a major construction project at a high-profile sporting venue in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on Health & Safety professional to take responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance within a busy construction site environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with site management, subcontractors and the wider project team to ensure all works are carried out safely, in accordance with current legislation, company policies and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor all health and safety activities across the construction site.
• Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations 2015.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Review and monitor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Deliver toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
• Liaise with site management, contractors and project stakeholders on all health and safety matters.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records, reports and documentation.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project team.
• Identify potential hazards and proactively implement measures to reduce risk.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager or similar role within the construction industry.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate, NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations 2015.
• Experience reviewing RAMS, conducting site inspections and managing subcontractor compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, practical and hands-on approach to site safety.
• The confidence to challenge unsafe working practices and drive continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to work on a high-profile construction project.
• A challenging and varied site-based role.
• The chance to work alongside an experienced project delivery team.
• Competitive rates or salary, depending on experience.