Health & Safety Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Madresfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to enhance safety standards across operations. The role involves developing health & safety strategies, conducting risk assessments, and leading cultural change in safety practices. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in a similar role and relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a health & safety leadership role within construction.
• Experience with building safety reforms and best practices.
• Ability to lead cultural change and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain health & safety policies and procedures.
• Drive behavioral change through safety initiatives.
• Conduct risk assessments and inspections.

Skills

Leadership in health & safety

Knowledge of UK H&S legislation

Audit and investigation skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Cultural change leadership

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or Diploma

Chartered membership of IOSH

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Health & Safety Manager

Location: Malvern - Regional Office / Site Visits Required

Sector: Construction - Multi-Sector Projects

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and elevate the H&S standards across our construction operations. You will embed a robust safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and support project teams to deliver safe, quality work in line with our core values of safety, honesty and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the health & safety strategy, policies and procedures to meet industry standards, including the company's zero-tolerance approach to non-compliance.
• Drive behavioural change through initiatives such as the "No More Excuses" programme, empowering operatives and teams to proactively raise safety concerns.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, inspections and investigations of incidents or near-misses; identify trends and ensure corrective actions and lessons learned are shared across projects.
• Lead and support site teams, subcontractors and the supply chain to ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated construction regulations.
• Manage the H&S competence and training programmes, including site inductions, toolbox talks and maintaining records for employees, contractors and visitors.
• Monitor and report on H&S performance metrics, undertaking trend analysis and presenting findings to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with construction, procurement, design and operations teams to influence safety by design, value-engineering for safe methods and continuous improvement.
• Champion wellbeing, health surveillance and occupational health initiatives in line with our commitment to employee welfare.
• Participate in tender and bid processes to ensure health & safety considerations are embedded at the earliest stage of project lifecycle.

About You

• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in a health & safety leadership role within construction or a closely related sector.
• Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation, building safety reforms and construction best practice.
• Qualified to NEBOSH Construction Certificate or Diploma (or equivalent); Chartered membership of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent audit, investigation and reporting skills; able to influence senior stakeholders and drive positive action.
• Confident in leading cultural change, mentoring teams and engaging across operational functions.
• Professional approach, proactive mindset, and high integrity aligned with our value of "safety first".

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work within a values-driven construction business committed to high standards of safety and wellbeing.
• A role with real influence across multi-sector projects and the chance to lead H&S excellence.
• Organisations that support professional development and health & wellbeing benefits.

If you are a passionate Health & Safety professional ready to make a tangible impact and lead best-in-class safety programmes, we'd like to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.