Health and Safety Manager

Principal People Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist boutique contractor in the UK is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Manager to lead the Health and Safety function. The role offers competitive pay between £60,000 and £70,000, hybrid working, and a range of benefits including a car allowance and healthcare plan. The ideal candidate has experience in the construction sector and will drive cultural change within the organization.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private pension scheme

Bonus up to 10 percent

Free on-site EV charging

Healthcare plan and additional benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience across the Construction sector with Principal Contractor experience being highly desirable.
• A NEBOSH Construction or NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on all Health and Safety matters.
• Coach, mentor, and support individuals both within and outside the H&S function.
• Implement and maintain robust HSEQ management systems.
• Review method statements and risk assessments.
• Conduct site inspections and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Embed and promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

Construction sector experience

NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate

Coaching and mentoring

Risk assessment review

Continuous improvement

Job description

This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist boutique Principal Contractor with an impressive client portfolio and a growing reputation for delivering high profile projects. With most work based within 90 minutes of Reading, this role offers the autonomy to shape and lead the Health and Safety function while working closely with senior stakeholders. The position also offers hybrid working, giving you the flexibility to balance site, office and home. This ambitious and forward thinking organisation has an exciting pipeline of projects and is looking for a proactive Health and Safety professional who can bring fresh ideas, drive cultural change and champion best practice across the business.

Health and Safety Manager
Are you seeking a Health and Safety Manager position where you can truly make an impact?

Key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a trusted advisor on all Health and Safety matters while working collaboratively with senior leaders
• Coaching, mentoring and supporting individuals both within and outside the H&S function
• Implementing and maintaining robust HSEQ management systems
• Reviewing method statements and risk assessments to ensure best practice
• Conducting site inspections and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Embedding and promoting a positive safety culture across all levels of the business

The successful Health and Safety Manager will bring:

• Experience across the Construction sector with Principal Contractor experience being highly desirable
• A NEBOSH Construction or NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum
• What s on offer:
• Basic salary GBP60,000 to GBP70,000
• GBP6,000 car allowance
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Private pension scheme
• Bonus up to 10 percent
• Free on site EV charging
• Healthcare plan and additional benefits
• Hybrid working

This is a fantastic chance to join a progressive and people focused contractor where your expertise will be valued and your impact will be visible. If you are ready to take ownership and grow with an ambitious business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.