Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

Principal People Recruitment; Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager in Tunbridge Wells. This role involves managing HSE standards across 10 sites in Surrey and West Sussex with strong support from senior professionals. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma and previous experience in construction. Key benefits include a competitive salary of GBP60,000 – GBP65,000, a car allowance, and a substantial annual bonus.

Benefits

GBP6,250 car allowance or hybrid company car scheme

Over 20% Annual Bonus

Private Healthcare

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in housebuilding or wider construction sectors preferred.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead all HSE matters, reporting into the Group HSE Manager.
• Coach and support site teams through audits and inspections.
• Drive compliance with legislation and HSE management systems.
• Influence safety culture by working closely with senior leadership.
• Deliver training and support the regional training programme.
• Manage accident/incident investigations.
• Prepare reports and performance data for the regional board.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience in construction

HSE management expertise

Education

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you looking to take ownership of HSE across a growing region within a construction business?

Principal People are seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager to be part of a successful and established Residential Construction business that boasts a strong retention rate and will provide you with an opportunity to work on Gold standard residential projects alongside an experienced team of multiple senior Health & Safety professionals. The role will give you full responsibility for managing health, safety and environmental standards across 10 live sites across Surrey and West Sussex, with the backing of an experienced group function.

This business is looking for a regional, predominantly site–based Health, Safety & Environmental professional that will have the autonomy and flexibility to make the role their own on a Hybrid basis.

What's on Offer:

• GBP60,000 – GBP65,000 base salary
• GBP6,250 car allowance or hybrid company car scheme
• Over 20% Annual Bonus
• Private Healthcare
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Pension Scheme
• 37.5 Hour Working Week with Hybrid Working

The Role:

• Acting as the regional lead for all HSE matters, reporting into the Group HSE Manager.
• Supporting site teams through regular visits, coaching, inspections and audits.
• Driving compliance with legislation and the group HSE management system.
• Working closely with senior leadership to influence behaviours and improve safety culture.
• Delivering training, toolbox talks and supporting the regional training programme.
• Managing accident/incident investigations and liaising with regulatory bodies where required.
• Preparing reports, dashboards and performance data for the regional board.

What We're Looking For:

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in housebuilding or wider construction sectors.
• Strong communicator, confident working with senior leadership and site teams.