Health & Safety Manager (Construction)

Orchard Recruitment Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee site safety in Middlesbrough. The ideal candidate will conduct risk assessments, ensure compliance with health regulations, and promote a safety-conscious culture among workers. Candidates should have NEBOSH certification and a strong understanding of safety legislation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.
• Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations

Risk Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Investigation Skills

Training Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

NEBOSH (Construction) Diploma

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Role: Health & Safety Manager – Construction

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: 50,000/ 70,000 + Package

Construction Health & Safety Manager required for a Main Contractor to be based on site in Middlesbrough. Main duties, identifying hazards, conducting risk assessments, and implementing safety protocols to protect workers and prevent accidents, investigate incidents, track safety metrics, and conduct training sessions to promote a safety–conscious culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment and Management:

  Identify potential hazards, assess risks, and develop safety protocols to mitigate them.

• Compliance:

  Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and standards.

• Site Inspections:

  Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards, monitor safety procedures, and ensure that all necessary safety equipment is in place.

• Incident Investigation:

  Investigate accidents and incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Training and Education:

  Provide training and education to employees on safety procedures and best practices.

• Documentation:

  Maintain accurate records of all health and safety activities, including inspections, risk assessments, incident reports, and training records.

• Policy Development:

  Develop and maintain health and safety policies and procedures.

• Safety Culture:

  Promote a positive safety culture that encourages open communication, hazard reporting, and a commitment to safety.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations: Strong understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and standards.
• Risk Assessment Skills: Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with different levels of staff and stakeholders.
• Investigation Skills: Ability to investigate incidents effectively and identify root causes.
• Training Skills: Ability to deliver effective training and education programs.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities effectively

NEBOSH (Construction) Diploma or IOSH Managing Safely

Please get in touch with Ryan Recruitment on (phone number removed) for an informal chat.