Health And Safety Manager

CR1 Group Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is looking for a skilled Health & Safety Manager for construction and fit-out projects in Manchester. This freelance role requires managing health & safety plans, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Construction Certificate and experience in similar projects. Join a collaborative team on a high-profile refurbishment project with a competitive day rate.

Benefits

Competitive freelance day rate

Opportunity to lead health & safety on key projects

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications in health & safety management.
• Experience in construction and fit‑out projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor health & safety plans.
• Conduct site inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Provide training to site teams.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary health & safety contact on site.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Construction Knowledge

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Health & Safety Manager – Construction & Fit‑Out Projects

Contract Type: Freelance / Fixed-Term

Location: Manchester

Duration: 6 Months – ongoing

Start Date: End of January

We are seeking a highly skilled Health & Safety Manager with experience in construction and fit‑out projects to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring that our refurbishment and fit‑out works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.

Our client has a huge framework (£35m) of Small / Medium distribution centres to deliver in 2026, scope of works on all will vary.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor site‑specific health & safety plans.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, HSE requirements, and company policies.
• Provide guidance and training to site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Investigate incidents, prepare reports, and implement corrective actions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all health & safety matters on site.

Requirements

• Professional qualifications: NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent), IOSH membership desirable.
• Strong background in construction and fit‑out projects, ideally within industrial or commercial environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and best practices.Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage health & safety across multiple teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive freelance day rate.
• Opportunity to lead health & safety on a high‑profile refurbishment and fit‑out project.
• Collaborative working environment with a dedicated project team.