Health & Safety Manager. Job in City of London Education & Training Jobs

IZ Energy Services Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing renewable energy company in London is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee the HSE function across its operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with legal standards, fostering a safety culture, and managing risks on construction sites. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the field, knowledge of UK regulations, and a strong ability to train and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Sick pay

Holiday pay plus bank holidays

Private Health Care

Free Parking onsite

Employee Reward Scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Pension Scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in Health & Safety leadership role within construction.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience with ISO 45001 / 14001 frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE strategy and management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure safe execution of work.
• Lead incident investigations and deliver training sessions.

Skills

Health & Safety Leadership

Risk Assessment

HSE Compliance

Training Delivery

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent

SMSTS

CSCS card

TechIOSH or GradIOSH

Job description

Job Title: Health & Safety Manager

Location: Barking, London / Hybrid

Job Type: Full time / Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri

Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 per annum

Department: Construction

Reports To: Operations Director

Company Overview: For over a decade IZ Energy has been helping people make their homes more energy efficient by installing measures such as insulation, ventilation, and renewable energy technologies. We install measures for homeowners, landlords, housing associations and local authorities across the UK.

We excel in installing energy-efficient solutions that deliver both comfort and savings directly to your home. Our goal is to lead the charge toward a more environmentally friendly and economically efficient future for everyone.

Job Summary:

To lead, manage and continuously improve the health and safety function across all operational sites and offices within the renewable energy business. This includes ensuring legal compliance, fostering a culture of safety, and proactively managing risks related to construction, electrical systems, and environmental impacts.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor the company's HSE strategy, policies, and management systems in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Conduct and review risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and ensure all work is planned and executed safely.
• Support project managers and site supervisors with site safety planning for renewable energy installations (solar, wind, battery storage).
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis; ensure timely reporting to relevant bodies (e.g. HSE, RIDDOR).
• Deliver training, inductions, and toolbox talks across multiple sites and offices.
• Carry out audits and inspections to ensure continuous improvement and compliance across all work environments.
• Liaise with contractors and subcontractors to ensure their H&S processes meet company standards.
• Monitor and report KPIs related to safety performance; produce board-level reports as required.
• Stay updated on relevant legislation, industry trends, and emerging technologies in renewable energy safety.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety leadership role within construction, engineering, or renewable energy.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation (CDM Regs, RIDDOR, PUWER, LOLER, etc.).
• Experience with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 frameworks.
• Strong ability to influence at all levels and build a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior team members.
• Confident delivering training and engaging diverse operational teams.

Qualifications:

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card
• NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent (required)
• TechIOSH or GradIOSH working towards Chartered status (preferred)
• Environmental or Sustainability qualifications desirable
• First Aid at Work and Manual Handling Trainer (advantageous)

What we have to offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Sick pay
• Holiday pay plus bank holidays
• Private Health Care
• Free Parking onsite
• Employee Reward Scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• PDR Appraisal programme

If you are interested in this vacancy, we would like to hear from you. Please ensure to include an up-to-date CV with your application.