Health And Safety Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Heywood; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E contractor is seeking a Health and Safety Manager for two data centre projects. This long-term contract role in the UK involves ensuring compliance and fostering a strong safety culture. Candidates must have a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification and at least 3 years of relevant HSQE experience in construction. Excellent communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years HSQE experience in the construction industry.
• Hold a recognised HSQE qualification.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSQE advice and direction to staff and contractors.
• Conduct site inspections and produce reports.
• Assist site team in preparations of Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem resolution

Presentation skills

Education

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction or IOSH

Job description

Overview

I am seeking a Health and Safety Manager on behalf of a leading M&E contractor. The company generates an annual turnover of more than £200 million and specialises in a diverse range of construction markets including high end, mid-level residential, commercial fitouts, data centre delivery, offsite modular engineering and the growing life science sectors.

As Health and Safety Manager you will work across two datacentre projects: one based in Acton with work until end of 2026, and the other in Saunderton with work until July 2027. This is an exciting long‑term contract opportunity playing a key role in ensuring compliance and promoting a strong safety culture across two standout projects.

Responsibilities

• HSQE Project and documentation support including Preliminary and Construction Stage Safety and Health Plans
• Maintain compliance with current Environmental, Health and Safety legislation and maintain awareness of legislative changes and industry standards.
• Obtaining and reviewing safety documentation from Clients, Suppliers and Subcontractors
• Carrying out Site Inspections and produce reports.
• Assist the site team in the preparation of Method Statements, Risk Assessments and associated documentation and records.
• Prepare and carry out site toolbox talks.
• Daily/weekly reporting to the business, project management staff and client
• Conduct incident/accident investigations and prepare reports for internal/external purposes.
• Provide HSQE advice and direction to staff and contractors, liaising with Site Personnel
• Compilation of Safety Files and O&M Manuals.

Essential Job Requirements

• Hold a recognised HSQE qualification of a minimum NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction or IOSH.
• Minimum of 3 years HSQE experience in the construction industry
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and spoken.
• Excellent planning, organisational, training, teamwork, problem resolution and presentation skills.
• Be commutable to both Acton and Saunderton