Health & Safety Manager - Fit out

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a mid-level Health & Safety Manager to ensure safety standards on fit-out projects. Based in London, the role requires site audits in Cambridge and a focus on compliance, incident investigation, and team support. The position offers a competitive salary up to GBP65,000, medical coverage, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Travel expenses reimbursed

Private Medical Cover

Pension scheme

Annual health checks

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on gyms and shopping

Ongoing training and CPD

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in construction, ideally within interior fit-out projects.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits in line with legislation.
• Review contractor RAMS and ensure policy compliance.
• Investigate incidents, create reports, and recommend actions.
• Support project teams in developing a strong safety culture.
• Assist with H&S training and KPI tracking.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety

Tech IOSH membership

SMSTS and First Aid qualifications

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Manager Interior Fit–Out

Location: London Office (with weekly site audits in Cambridgeshire)

Salary: Up to GBP65,000 all–in (depending on experience)

Industry: Construction Interior Fit–Out

Experience Required: NEBOSH qualified, Tech IOSH, 2 3 years H&S construction experience, full UK driving licence and own car

Intro

Are you a motivated Health & Safety Manager looking to build your career with a respected fit–out contractor?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team, working on high–profile projects across London, Essex and Cambridge. If you have a strong background in construction health and safety and are ready to take the next step, this could be the role for you.

The Role

As a Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key part in ensuring safety standards are met across multiple fit–out projects. This is a mid–level role and will suit someone confident in site inspections and audits, with a hands–on approach.

• Carrying out regular site inspections and audits in line with UK legislation and company standards
• Reviewing contractor RAMS and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Investigating incidents and near misses, producing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions
• Supporting project teams in developing and maintaining a strong safety culture
• Assisting with H&S training, reporting, and KPI tracking
• Helping maintain company accreditations (ISO 45001, RoSPA, Constructionline Platinum, etc.)

You will be based in the London office but will need to drive and travel to Cambridge once or twice per week to audit sites.

About You

To be successful in this Health & Safety Manager role, you will need:

• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety
• Tech IOSH membership (minimum)
• SMSTS and First Aid qualifications
• 2 3 years experience in construction, ideally within interior fit–out projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential for Cambridge site visits)

This role is best suited to a mid–level Health & Safety professional looking to develop further

What s In It For You

Joining as a Health & Safety Manager, you ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary up to GBP65,000 (all–in)
• Travel expenses and mileage reimbursed
• Private Medical Cover (including Private GP access)
• Pension scheme and company insurance benefits
• Annual mini–health checks and Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on gyms, shopping, cinema and more
• Ongoing training, CPD, and clear career development opportunities
• A supportive team environment with exposure to prestigious clients and projects

How to Apply

If you re an enthusiastic Health & Safety Manager ready to make your mark, apply today and we ll be in touch within 24 hours.