Health & Safety Manager

Austin Fraser; Molehill Green; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Manager for a permanent, full-time role in a high-security construction environment at Stansted Airport. The role includes overseeing Health & Safety activities, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction Health & Safety and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Paid travel/subsistence

Ongoing pipeline of secured infrastructure work

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in construction Health & Safety.
• Strong knowledge of CDM and UK HSE legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site-based Health & Safety activity.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and safety walkarounds.
• Manage RAMS and method statements.

Skills

Health & Safety Management

Communication

Compliance

Logistics Management

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

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Health & Safety Manager - Construction (Site-Based)

Location: Stansted, Essex (full-time, site-based)
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + full benefits package
Type: Permanent | Full-time

We're recruiting for a Health & Safety Manager to join a leading main contractor delivering a major construction project in the Stansted area. This is a permanent, full-time role, based on site, within a live airport environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Health & Safety professional with experience in aviation, rail, or other high-security infrastructure projects—confident in logistics-heavy, complex environments.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
• Oversee site-based Health & Safety activity on a large construction scheme
• Conduct inspections, audits, and safety walkarounds
• Manage and review RAMS, permits, and method statements
• Deliver inductions and toolbox talks
• Lead on incident reporting and investigations
• Support a proactive safety culture across site teams
• Maintain Health & Safety documentation and reports
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations
• Liaise with stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies

Required Skills & Experience:
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum)
• 5+ years' experience in construction Health & Safety
• Background in live environments (airports, rail, secure sites)
• Strong knowledge of CDM, UK HSE legislation & ISO 45001
• Ability to ensure compliance and drive on-site best practice
• Confident communicator with a hands-on approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Airside experience (desirable but not essential)

What's On Offer:
• £65,000 - £75,000 basic salary (DOE)
• Full benefits package, travel/subsistence if required
• Ongoing pipeline of secured infrastructure work
• Reputable contractor with strong Health & Safety support
• Work on a nationally significant project

Location: Stansted, Essex
Postcode: CM24 (precise site location on application)

Health & Safety Manager | Construction | Infrastructure | Stansted

This is a full-time, site-based role—ideal for a Health & Safety Manager looking to take ownership on a complex project in a high-security setting.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more