Health And Safety Manager

CR1 Group Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction and fit-out company is seeking a skilled Health & Safety Manager for their ongoing projects in the United Kingdom. The role involves developing safety plans, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Construction Certificate and experience in industrial or commercial environments. This freelance position offers a competitive day rate and the chance to work on high-profile refurbishments.

Benefits

Competitive freelance day rate

Opportunity to lead high-profile projects

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications: NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong background in construction and fit-out projects.
• In-depth knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor site-specific health & safety plans.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and HSE requirements.
• Provide training to site teams and stakeholders.
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports.

Skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Health & Safety Manager – Construction & Fit-Out Projects

Contract Type: Freelance / Fixed-Term

Location: Yorkshire ( Wakefield)

Duration: 6 Months – on going

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