Health and Safety Manager

Carbon60; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management and Real Estate team in Chester is seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety Manager to ensure a safe and compliant workplace. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH certification and experience in relevant fields. Key responsibilities include advising on risk controls, conducting audits, and promoting EHS awareness across the organization. Join a collaborative team that values safety and compliance in their operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in facilities management, construction, or real estate.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.
• Membership of a professional health and safety body like IOSH is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support FMRE teams to ensure robust risk controls.
• Conduct inspections and audits of internal operations.
• Lead incident reporting and investigation processes.

Skills

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Safety management systems

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

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Role Overview:
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Environment, Health & Safety Manager to join a Facilities Management and Real Estate (FMRE) team. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and compliant working environment, supporting both internal operations and external service providers.
Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and support FMRE teams to ensure robust risk controls and legal compliance across all activities.
• Oversee the safety management systems of contractors during pre-qualification and project execution phases.
• Conduct inspections and audits of internal operations and third-party service providers, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up.
• Provide competent EHS guidance for strategic projects, including feasibility and design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and the Building Safety Act.
• Lead incident reporting and investigation processes, ensuring effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Promote EHS awareness across all levels of the organisation through training, KPI reporting, inductions, and campaigns.

Requirements:

• Minimum qualification: NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in facilities management, construction, or real estate environments.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and manage safety-related initiatives in a dynamic setting.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and auditing methodologies.
• Practical knowledge of health and safety legislation and its application in operational contexts.
• Membership of a professional health and safety body such as IOSH is desirable.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and proactively.

Additional Information:

• The interview process consists of a single on-site stage.
• No travel is required for this role.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction.

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