Health, Safety and Environment Manager

HSE Recruitment Network; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor in the UK is seeking a Health Safety, Environment and Training Manager. This role involves providing safety leadership, developing health and safety policies, and championing a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Certificate, experience in electrical or construction projects, and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, managing training programs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers a salary of £60-65K depending on experience, covering national projects based out of Bristol.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical and construction-based projects.
• CDM qualifications or project experience.
• Strong experience with IT software, who is aware of emerging technologies.
• Understanding of public facing environments ideally in events and production.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent advice to Directors and COO for informed decision-making about safety.
• Develop and maintain Health and Safety policies complying with UK legislation.
• Provide safety leadership to Site Supervisors and Project Managers.
• Champion a positive safety culture and encourage engagement.
• Conduct regular safety audits to ensure safe working conditions.

Skills

Proactive professional

Strong IT software experience

Understanding of emerging technologies

People-centric approach

Ability to build relationships

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Role: Health Safety, Environment and Training Manager

Salary

£60-65K depending on experience + package

Based

Office in Bristol covering national projects

Excited to represent a passionate, employee owned, electrical contractor who provides a range of technical and electrical support to clients within the entertainment, theatre and arts industry.

Seeking a HSE leader to come and support them in-house, to help them raise the bar for safety, mature the safety culture and behaviours of the workforce by drive ownership and empowering the workforce. Also, strengthen and improve their training standards. Ensure that the company is fit for the future, by protecting them from upcoming risks and harnessing emerging technology. Within this position, will be exposed to a variety of fast paced facilities, covering a wide range of risks across the UK and be able to put your own stamp on safety.

Company

Electrical Contractor Operating 24/7, covering the fields of electrical design, installation, project management and test and inspections.

Job Description:

• Provide competent advice to the Directors and COO to ensure that that the company can make informed decisions about Safety priorities as part of it’s day to day activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Health and Safety policies and procedures to comply with UK legislation.
• Provide safety leadership and support to Site Supervisors, Project Managers, and other team members.
• Champion a positive safety culture, encouraging proactive reporting and engagement with Health and Safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Site Supervisors to ensure comprehensive RAMS are provided for all projects.
• Ensure that they fulfil its legal duties under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) 2015 as Contractor, Principal Contractor or Principal Designer.
• Build trusted relationships with clients to ensure all projects are undertaken with collaborative safety as a priority.
• Conduct regular safety walks & audits to ensure safe working conditions and identify potential hazards.
• Lead incident investigations, report findings, and recommend corrective actions.
• Report all Statutory Notifiable Incidents or Injuries to the relevant authority (HSE, EA etc.).
• Manage the companies safety accreditations and memberships of safety related associations.
• Design and deliver a comprehensive training programme for all staff, including keeping records of training and managing refresher periods and requalification.
• Identify opportunities for staff to enhance their knowledge and personal development, creating a pipeline of individuals ready for additional responsibilities.
• Ensure all new employees undergo a structured safety induction.
• Coordinate the delivery of industry-standard vocational qualifications for craft occupations.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks, safety briefings, and knowledge-sharing sessions to promote awareness and understanding of health and safety issues within electrical installations
• Oversee the implementation of environmental management practices and sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting best practices across the organization.
• Ensure the company is fit for the future, look for innovative ways to develop technology and allow them to be one step ahead.

Qualifications and background:

• NEBOSH Certificate or , IOSH Level 3 or equivalent is essential
• Experience with electrical and construction-based projects
• CDM qualifications or project experience
• Strong experience with IT software, who is aware of emerging technologies
• Understanding and experience of public facing environments ideally Events, Production, Broadcasting, Charities, Retail, Exhibition Centres, Leisure sectors etc. A personal interest and passion for the arts, theatre and live entertainment industry

Other requirements:

• Proactive professional who can educate and empower the workforce
• People centric individual who is confident and communicative
• Able to build relationships and encourage others to own safety
• Able to gain buy in from others and help to drive authentic change
• Trouble shooter with a can- do attitude

Interested? Please contact Sophia, [e-mail] for immediate consideration.