Health & Safety Manager

Paxton Personnel Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paxton Personnel Ltd in Inverness area is recruiting an experienced Health & Safety Manager to oversee H&S across multiple construction sites in the Highlands. You will develop and implement policies, ensure CDM compliance, and promote a positive safety culture while working with project managers and site teams.

Ideal candidates hold a NEBOSH Construction Certificate, strong knowledge of UK legislation, and a hands-on, practical approach with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and health and safety management systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and review company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations and industry standards.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Provide practical health and safety advice to project managers, site managers and teams.
• Review RAMS and investigate accidents, incidents and near misses.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Culture

Communication

Independent work

Stakeholder management

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

IOSH Membership / Diploma

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a well-established and respected construction contractor based in Inverness.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety professional to take a leading role in promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across a variety of construction projects throughout the Highlands and surrounding areas.

Working closely with senior management, project managers and site teams, you will be responsible for developing and implementing health and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with legislation and promoting a positive safety culture across the business.

The successful candidate will be confident working both independently and alongside operational teams, providing practical advice and support to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently.

The Role

As Health & Safety Manager, you will oversee health and safety activities across multiple construction sites, ensuring company policies, procedures and legal requirements are consistently maintained.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing and reviewing company health and safety policies and procedures.

• Ensuring compliance with current health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations and industry standards.

• Carrying out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.

• Providing practical health and safety advice to project managers, site managers and operational teams.

• Reviewing and advising on Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

• Investigating accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

• Monitoring health and safety performance and preparing reports for senior management.

• Delivering toolbox talks, safety briefings and supporting employee training.

• Ensuring subcontractors comply with company health and safety requirements.

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 and other relevant management systems.

• Liaising with clients, external auditors and regulatory bodies where required.

• Promoting continuous improvement and a positive health and safety culture across all projects.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Health & Safety professional with a strong understanding of construction operations and the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the business.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Manager or senior advisory role within construction.

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification.

• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.

• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and incident investigations.

• Good understanding of ISO 45001 and health and safety management systems.

• Experience preparing and reviewing RAMS.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• A practical, hands-on approach to health and safety management.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project locations.

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent higher-level qualification.

• Chartered or Graduate membership of IOSH.

• Experience working with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems.

• Previous experience across commercial, industrial or large-scale construction projects.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join an established and successful construction contractor.

• A senior role with responsibility for health and safety across varied construction projects.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.

• Long-term career development opportunities.

• Supportive working environment with an experienced management team.

• Opportunity to make a real impact on health and safety standards across the business.