Health and Safety Manager

JGR Recruitment & Training Ltd; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager for a Utilities Client in Bridgend. The role involves ensuring HSE compliance, conducting audits, and leading safety training initiatives. Essential qualifications include NEBOSH/IOSH certificates and solid experience in construction or utilities. Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum and a company vehicle for site travel are provided. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Company vehicle/allowance for site travel

Potential for career development

Occasional overtime for emergency call-outs

Qualifications

• Experience preparing RAMS and conducting site audits.
• Full Cleaning driving licence.
• Internal auditor qualifications (ISO45001) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of HSE compliance on site.
• Conduct site audits and safety inspections.
• Oversee employee training plans and maintain matrix.

Skills

NEBOSH/IOSH certificates

Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation

Experience in construction or utilities

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment are looking for an experienced Health and Safety Manager for a leading Utilities Client in the Bridgend area.

Role Purpose

The Health and Safety Manager will lead all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance across the Client's site. This includes ensuring safe working practices for electrical installations, civil works, traffic management interfaces and maintenance operations. The role ensures full compliance with statutory legislation, industry standards and company policies. The Manager will act as the company's competent person for Health and Safety.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance and Governance

• Act as the primary competent person for Health and Safety for the Company.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, including:
  • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • CDM Regulations 2015.
  • Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
  • Working at Height Regulations.
  • PUWER, LOLER, COSHH.
  • HERS, NHSS 8, and DNO requirements.
• Ensure company policies and risk assessments are regularly reviewed, updated and implemented.

Site Safety Management

• Undertake regular site audits and safety inspections across all operational locations.
• Ensure correct use of MEWPS, mobile plant and electrical isolation procedures.
• Identify hazards and ensure effective control measures are in place.
• Lead and support supervisors and operatives with toolbox talks, safety briefings and training.
• Investigate unsafe practices and implement corrective actions.

Training and Competence

• Oversee employee training plans, including:
  • ECS/HERS/G39 authorisations.
  • IPAF, PASMA, First Aid.
  • Manual Handling.
  • Street works (NRSWA).
• Maintain training matrix and ensure all competencies are current.
• Deliver internal training sessions when required (inductions, toolbox talks, refresher courses).

Incident and Accident Management

• Lead investigations for all accidents, near‑misses and incidents.
• Produce root‑cause analysis reports and implement preventative actions.
• Report RIDDOR incidents and liaise with external bodies (e.g. HSE, clients).
• Maintain the accident/incident log and ensure learning is shared across the business.

Documentation and Reporting

• Inputting information from site feedback into Excel.
• Create and maintain: Risk Assessments and Method Statements, Construction Phase Plans, COSHH assessments, Emergency plans.
• Prepare monthly safety performance reports for senior management.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records for audits, accreditations and client requirements.

Client and Stakeholder Liaison

• Act as the Health and Safety representative in client meetings, progress reviews and audits.
• Ensure client‑specific HSE requirements are built into project documentation.
• Liaise with auditors/update accreditations CHAS, SMAS, CQMS, NIC etc.

Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement new HSE initiatives to improve safety culture.
• Introduce behavioural safety programmes and promote best practice.
• Monitor new legislation and translate requirements into company procedures.
• Lead on sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives where applicable.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• NEBOSH/IOSH certificates.
• Experience in construction, electrical, highways, utilities or civil environment.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM, EAWR and relevant UK H&S legislation.
• Experience preparing RAMS and conducting site audits.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Full Cleaning driving licence.

Desirable

• Internal auditor qualifications (ISO45001).
• Knowledge of HERS.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Behavioural safety training experience.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and confident in challenging unsafe practices.
• Strong organisational and record‑keeping skills.
• Able to influence decision‑making at all levels.
• Professional, approachable and able to build strong working relationships.
• Solution‑focused with the ability to support operational teams.

Additional Information

• Company vehicle/allowance provided for site travel.
• Must be willing to travel to various sites and work outdoors when required.
• Occasional out‑of‑hours work may be necessary for night works or emergency call‑outs.

The hours of work are Monday to Friday/7am to 4pm.

The salary is £40,000.00 Per annum.