Health And Safety Manager

TM Green Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction main contractor in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support major projects across Essex. This role involves maintaining safe working environments, ensuring compliance with legislation, and promoting a proactive safety culture. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH Construction Certificate and experience on UK construction sites. The position offers a salary between £55,000 and £65,000 with comprehensive benefits and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive package including vehicle/allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Excellent progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Experience on UK construction sites required.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of safe and compliant construction sites.
• Implement Health & Safety policies and prevent injuries.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and feedback.
• Assist with accident and incident investigations.

Skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Experience working on UK construction sites

Full, clean driving licence

Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Strong organisational skills

Comfortable in fast-paced construction environments

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor - Essex

£55,000 - £65,000 + Package

Leading UK Main Contractor

A leading construction main contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support major projects across Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious H&S professional looking to progress their career within a business known for high standards, strong project delivery, and excellent development opportunities.

The Role

As the Health & Safety Advisor, you will support site teams in maintaining safe working environments and ensuring full compliance with company policies and UK legislation. You will work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and the wider HSQE team to drive a proactive safety culture and promote best practice across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of safe and compliant construction sites at all times
• Assist with implementing company Health & Safety policies to prevent injury, ill health, damage, and wastage
• Develop a strong understanding of statutory requirements affecting construction operations
• Promote safety standards and ensure all employees and subcontractors understand their responsibilities
• Carry out regular site safety inspections and provide feedback to the site and management teams
• Ensure actions from inspections and reports are closed out within required timescales
• Challenge unsafe behaviours and support corrective actions where required
• Assist Project Managers with accident and incident investigations, producing timely close‑out reports
• Deliver site inductions for operatives and subcontractors where appropriate
• Ensure welfare facilities, site setups, and statutory notices are properly maintained
• Support the permit-to-work process and ensure documentation is completed correctly
• Support COSHH compliance, including correct storage and environmental protection
• Review RAMS to ensure they are suitable and safe for the planned works
• Undertake other reasonable H&S-related duties as required by senior management

Skills & Experience Required

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (essential)
• Experience working on UK construction sites
• Full, clean driving licence
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply practical controls on-site
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in fast-paced construction environments
• Confident engaging with teams at all levels

Package

• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
• Comprehensive package including vehicle/allowance, pension, healthcare & more
• Excellent progression opportunities within a leading main contractor