Health And Safety Manager

JJ Rhatigan & Company; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JJ Rhatigan & Company, a leading construction contractor, seeks a Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation across various projects in London. The role involves conducting inspections, developing safety procedures, and fostering a culture of safety within the organization. Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality and community-focused construction.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear career progression opportunities

Support for professional development

Chance to work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within the UK construction industry.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with a Principal Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Conduct Health & Safety inspections and audits.
• Develop, implement, and update health and safety procedures.

Skills

Health & Safety legislation knowledge

Site inspections

Risk assessments

Incident investigation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in occupational health and safety

Tools

H&S system software

Job description

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JJ Rhatigan & Company is a Tier 1 main building contractor with over 70 years of experience, delivering high-quality, sustainable construction projects across Ireland and the UK. Our portfolio includes landmark developments in commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors.

In the UK, we’re proud to be shaping communities through innovative, future-focused development. Some of our current projects include:

• The Yardhouse Project: A transformative mixed-use development in London, combining residential apartments and co-living spaces within an 18-storey tower. It also includes a new office for Women’s Pioneer Housing and enhanced public spaces.
• Twyford Abbey Development: An £84 million scheme in Ealing delivering 296 new homes (50% affordable), alongside the restoration of the Grade II-listed walled garden and the historic Twyford Abbey building.

Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability has positioned us as a leader in the construction industry. We invest in people, encourage creativity, and value partnerships. If you’re looking to grow your career while working on projects that matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direction, support, and assistance to all project personnel to enable them to manage their health and safety duties and responsibilities.
• Ensure project compliance with all applicable UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, CDM Regulations 2015, and RIDDOR 2013.
• Develop, implement, and update health and safety and CDM procedures, ensuring alignment with CDM-2015 regulations and HSE guidance.
• Monitor site activities to ensure that construction operations and subcontractors are complying with safety requirements and control measures.
• Conduct Health & Safety inspections and audits and follow through with responsible persons to ensure timely close-out.
• Assist in the preparation and review of project H&S documentation (e.g. RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, Lift Plans), including those submitted by third parties.
• Maintain accurate records and data using H&S system software to ensure compliance with UK legislation, company procedures, and audit requirements.
• Arrange third-party H&S training for project teams and deliver internal briefings/toolbox talks to promote behavioural safety practices.
• Lead and participate in accident/incident investigations in line with HSE guidance, making practical recommendations to avoid recurrence.
• Support H&S performance appraisals of subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Collate, analyse, and present project H&S statistics (including near-misses and RIDDOR-reportable incidents), and provide reports to the Line Manager with insights for improvement.
• Prepare H&S related prequal and tender submissions
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the company’s H&S Requirements document as explained by the Health & Safety Director.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within the UK construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM 2015, and its practical application on construction sites.
• Hands-on experience with site inspections, statutory compliance checks, and risk assessments.
• Confident delivering toolbox talks, behavioural safety initiatives, and internal H&S briefings.
• Competent in using H&S system software for reporting, data collection, and compliance tracking.
• Skilled in incident investigation and root cause analysis, with the ability to make data-led recommendations.
• Experience evaluating H&S performance across subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to compile, interpret, and report on H&S performance metrics.
• Professional H&S qualifications: Relevant degree or diploma in occupational health and safety and minimum 3 years’ experience working with a similar sized Principal Contractor.

What JJ Rhatigan Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Clear career progression opportunities and support for professional development.
• The chance to work on high-profile projects that have real community impact.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to bring your H&S expertise to a growing and ambitious contractor, we’d love to hear from you.

JJ Rhatigan & Company is an equal opportunities employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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