Health & Safety Manager

Buildspace Group Careers; Northampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental activities across projects in the UK. The role involves ensuring compliance with UK health and safety legislation, conducting regular site inspections, and delivering training to enhance safety awareness. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and proven experience in the field. A competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety role within construction.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.
• Experience in developing HSE policies and training programs.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of health, safety, and environmental activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and legislation.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents and accidents.
• Deliver training and health safety inductions.

Skills

Proactive approach

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Ability to conduct site inspections

Strong communication skills

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Health & Safety Manager Northampton

Salary : £65,000 £70,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location : Northampton, with travel to sites across the UK

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of all health, safety and environmental (HSE) activities across multiple construction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate safety professional who wants to make a real impact driving a positive safety culture, leading best practice, and ensuring that every project is delivered safely, compliantly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and continuously improve company HSE policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations, ISO 45001 and current UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing effective control measures.
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and training to enhance health and safety awareness across all teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors and clients to maintain high standards of safety performance.

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