Health and Safety Manager

A successful client of ours is on the search for an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join their team and provide expert leadership in all aspects of health and safety across a number of construction projects in the North East and beyond. You will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, developing and implementing health and safety strategies, and fostering a strong safety culture within the company.

Responsibilities:

1. Health and Safety Management Systems:
   Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety management systems that meet or exceed all relevant legislation and best practices.
   Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, including CDM 2015.
   Conduct regular audits and inspections of construction sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
2. Risk Assessment and Control:
   Lead the identification and assessment of health and safety risks across all construction projects.
   Develop and implement control measures to mitigate identified risks.
   Monitor the effectiveness of control measures and make adjustments as necessary.
3. Training and Education:
   Develop and deliver health and safety training programs for employees, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
   Promote a strong safety culture within the company, emphasising the importance of safety and risk awareness.
4. Incident Reporting and Investigation:
   Investigate all accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing comprehensive reports and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
   Maintain accurate records of all health and safety incidents and investigations.
5. Compliance and Reporting:
   Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and regulations.
   Prepare regular health and safety reports for senior management and external stakeholders.
6. Stakeholder Engagement:
   Maintain effective communication and collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on all health and safety matters.

Key Requirements:

* NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent qualification would be preferred.
* Significant experience working as a Health and Safety Manager within the construction industry, preferably with a national contractor.
* Thorough understanding of all relevant health and safety legislation and regulations, including CDM 2015.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence others on health and safety matters.
* Experience in developing and implementing health and safety management systems.
* Proficiency in using relevant health and safety software and reporting tools.

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