Health and Safety Manager

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN; London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council in London as a Health & Safety Manager at the North London Waste Authority. This pivotal role focuses on promoting a strong safety culture and overseeing health and safety for significant infrastructure projects. Contribute to fostering a safe environment across various operational phases while enjoying a competitive salary package and benefits.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days after 5 years

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Interest free loans

Career development and training

Wellbeing support and activities

Qualifications

• Qualified Health & Safety professional with experience in construction/infrastructure.
• Strong background in compliance and risk management.
• Proven track record in leading audits and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Manage health and safety performance across the Edmonton EcoPark project.
• Ensure compliance through audits and incident reporting.
• Implement training initiatives for safety awareness.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Incident investigations

Training implementation

Excellent communication

Education

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

Additional certifications (IOSH, SMSTS, First Aid)

Job description

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Job Description

Salary: £59,759 - £69,584

Work Location: North London Waste Authority, Unit 1B, Berol House, 25 Ashley Road, Tottenham Hale, London, N17 9LJ with remote working arrangements available

Hours per week: 36
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: Friday 27th June 2025, 17:00

Interviews: TBC

Are you passionate about creating safe and healthy work environments? Do you have the expertise to lead and innovate in the field of health and safety? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Employed by London Borough of Camden, the Health & Safety Manager will be based in North London Waste Authority (NLWA), serving Camden and six other north London boroughs that make up its membership.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Health & Safety Lead to play a pivotal role in one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects-the redevelopment of the Edmonton EcoPark under the North London Heat and Power Project (NLHPP).

As the Health & Safety Lead, you will be instrumental in driving a strong safety culture across the programme. You will take ownership of health and safety performance, ensuring that best practices are embedded throughout all phases of the project-from design and construction to commissioning and decommissioning.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Oversight of observation and incident reporting, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Planning and closing out audits, maintaining compliance and continuous improvement.
• Implementing training and communication initiatives to promote awareness and engagement.
• Maintaining a consistent on-site presence to monitor safety practices and provide guidance.
• Producing regular Health & Safety reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing document control systems to ensure accurate and accessible safety records.
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with data-driven insights and strategic advice.
• Collaborating across internal workstreams and with external partners, including London Energy Limited (LEL), to ensure alignment and consistency in safety standards.

In addition to operational duties, the postholder will contribute to the Social Value and Governance agenda, advising on Health & Safety matters and supporting broader NLWA initiatives.

This role reports directly to the Energy Recovery Facility Project Director and offers a unique opportunity to influence the safety performance of a nationally significant infrastructure project that will serve north London for decades to come.

About You

You are a qualified and proactive Health & Safety professional with a strong background in the construction or infrastructure sector. With a NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety (or equivalent), you bring a solid understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and industry best practices. Additional certifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, or First Aid are highly desirable.

You have a proven track record in implementing and maintaining robust health and safety systems, conducting audits, leading incident investigations, and promoting a "Safety First" culture. Your excellent communication skills and collaborative approach enable you to build strong relationships with stakeholders and influence positive outcomes across complex programmes.

Highly organised and detail-oriented, you are confident using digital tools like Microsoft Forms, SharePoint, and document control systems to streamline reporting and data management. You thrive in dynamic environments, contribute to strategic decision-making, and are committed to continuous improvement in health, safety, and wellbeing.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, apply now and join us in making a positive impact on our workplace!

For more information regarding this role please refer to the job profile.

About North London Waste Authority (NLWA)

Our mission is to preserve resources and the environment for future generations by exemplary planning, innovation, and communication in managing north London's waste.

We serve two million residents in seven boroughs and run communications and engagement campaigns to help them reduce their rubbish and recycle more. We campaign for government and industry action to reduce unnecessary single-use items, encourage reuse and repair and promote effective recycling.

To helptackle the climate emergencyandtoprevent rubbish going to landfill, we are building the greenest Energy Recovery Facility in the country and modern recycling facilities at the Edmonton EcoPark, through the North London Heat and Power Project.

Working for NLWA

The post-holder will work for NLWA and be based at NLWA's office in Tottenham Hale but be employed by London Borough of Camden through whom NLWA staff are employed. The North London Heat and Power Project is located at Edmonton EcoPark.

What we Offer

At North London Waste Authority, you will receive a host of benefits offered as part of the Camden contract including:

• 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Interest free loans
• Career development and training
• Wellbeing support and activities

Click HERE to see full details of our benefits offered as part of the Camden Contract.

Additional information

To view the Job Profile, click HERE or copy and paste the link into your browser:

http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11012232/file/document...

To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile.

Inclusion and Diversity

we value and celebrate difference and encourage diversity in all respects. Our diverse workforce ensures we represent our communities to the best of our ability and enables us to make better decisions. Because of this, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of other non-white ethnicities, those who identify as LGBT+, neurodiverse and disabled people.

Anonymised Application - in keeping with Camden's commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.

Asking for Adjustments

Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at [e-mail] or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.