Health & Safety Manager

Vickerstock; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and property development firm is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead the development and implementation of health and safety systems. The role involves ensuring compliance with legislation, conducting audits, and promoting a proactive safety culture across projects. Candidates should have relevant NEBOSH qualifications and experience in a similar role. Offering a chance to collaborate with senior management and site teams in Derry/Londonderry.

Qualifications

• Experience with regulatory compliance in health and safety.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits across multiple sites.
• Investigate incidents and produce detailed reports.

Skills

Experience within a similar Health & Safety role

Good communication and influencing skills

IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)

Education

Relevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH)

IOSH Membership

NEBOSH Diploma

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading construction and property development firm on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager .

As Health & Safety Manager, you will take the lead on developing, implementing and maintaining the company's health and safety systems, driving compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work closely with senior management, site teams, and contractors to ensure best practice in all aspects of HSE performance.

In your new role

• Develop, review, and implement safety policies and procedures ensuring compliance with current legislation and company standards
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections across multiple sites, identifying hazards and driving effective corrective actions
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, producing detailed reports and implementing preventive measures
• Lead safety training and awareness programmes to enhance competency and engagement across all levels of the business
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections, incidents, and training
• Collaborate with management and staff to embed a culture of continuous improvement and safety-first behaviour
• Keep informed of evolving health and safety legislation, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all projects

What you will need to succeed

• Experience within a similar Health & Safety role
• Relevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH)
• Experience with ISO standards and auditing (ISO 14001, 45001)
• Strong understanding of relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation
• Good communication and influencing skills
• IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)
• Full driving license

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't)

• Experience within the Construction or Facilities Management industries
• IOSH Membership
• NEBOSH Diploma
• Train the Trainer certifications

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis , our Health and Safety Specialist today.