Health and Safety Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager for a long-term freelance contract in London. The role involves developing safety management systems, conducting site audits, and ensuring compliance with UK health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of residential projects and relevant qualifications. This position promotes a positive health and safety culture and offers an opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven proficiency in developing and managing health and safety systems.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation.
• Background in new build residential developments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety management systems.
• Conduct site inspections and audits.
• Manage risk assessments and method statements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Risk management

Communication

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you a seasoned Health and Safety Manager with a proven track record working on new build volume residential developments?

We have an exciting new contract working on a long term freelance basis (minimum 12 months) to work with a UK leading residential developer. Applicants need to be comfortable working in a high pressure environment to manage the H&S process on site.

Interviews will take place immediately with the view to start on a weeks notice.

Duties

• Developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety management systems and procedures.
• Leading and conducting site inspections and audits, identifying potential hazards, and ensuring effective preventative and corrective actions are implemented.
• Managing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements across all project phases.
• Overseeing and delivering health and safety inductions and training programs for all site personnel and contractors.
• Investigating all incidents and accidents, producing detailed reports, identifying root causes, and implementing robust recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Fostering a strong, positive health and safety culture across the entire site, driving continuous improvement.
• Acting as the primary liaison for health and safety with the client, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Managing and mentoring any junior health and safety team members, if applicable.

Requirements

• Background working on new build residential developments
• In–depth, up–to–date knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Proven proficiency in developing, implementing, and managing health and safety management systems.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Excellent problem–solving abilities and a proactive approach to risk management.
• Relevant Health & Safety Qualifications: (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, NCRQ Diploma, or equivalent).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.