Health and Safety Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical utilities contractor in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee health, safety, environmental, and quality standards across the M1 corridor. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in HSEQ management, strong knowledge of UK legislation, and excellent leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000 along with travel flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven background in HSEQ management within utilities, electrical or construction sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO standards.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage health safety environmental and quality standards across multiple sites.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to site teams and project managers.
• Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments to maintain compliance.
• Develop and implement HSEQ initiatives, policies and continuous improvement programmes.
• Report on performance, investigate incidents and promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills

HSEQ management

UK H&S legislation

Communication skills

Leadership

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Safety Manager M1 Corridor (Midlands) 55000 Car and travel

We’re working with a leading electrical utilities contractor seeking an experienced HSEQ Manager to oversee projects across the M1 corridor in the Midlands. This is a key role ensuring compliance, driving safety culture and supporting operational teams in delivering high-quality safe and sustainable projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage health safety environmental and quality standards across multiple sites.

Provide expert advice and guidance to site teams and project managers.

Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments to maintain compliance.

Develop and implement HSEQ initiatives, policies and continuous improvement programmes.

Report on performance, investigate incidents and promote a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven background in HSEQ management within utilities, electrical or construction sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO standards.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership and influencing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across sites.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Annual Salary: £50,000 – £55,000

Location: Midlands (M1 Corridor)