Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager

Millbank Holdings; Wales; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Health and Safety Leader in the United Kingdom, responsible for overseeing safety initiatives on large-scale projects. The ideal candidate has proven experience in health and safety leadership and strong knowledge of compliance regulations. Responsibilities include conducting audits, managing investigations, and ensuring high safety standards. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment focused on sustainability and safety.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Proven experience in health and safety leadership within a complex project environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage audits, investigations, and reporting effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in health, safety, and sustainability matters across the project.
• Advise and support managers and supervisors in fulfilling their health and safety responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties and internal procedures.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and surveillance to maintain high safety standards.
• Lead and oversee accident/incident investigations and implement lessons learned.
• Manage health and safety statistics, identify trends, and develop improvement plans.

Skills

Health and safety leadership

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Do you have experience leading health and safety initiatives on large‑scale projects and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements?
Can you demonstrate your ability to manage audits, investigations, and implement improvement plans effectively?
Are you passionate about creating a safe and supportive work environment?

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to lead health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives for a major project. The role exists due to expansion and the need for strong leadership in safety and sustainability. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping best practices, driving compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In return, you’ll enjoy working in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and the satisfaction of making a real impact.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Provide leadership in health, safety, and sustainability matters across the project.
• Advise and support managers and supervisors in fulfilling their health and safety responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties and internal procedures.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and surveillance to maintain high safety standards.
• Lead and oversee accident/incident investigations and implement lessons learned.
• Manage health and safety statistics, identify trends, and develop improvement plans.
• Prepare and review health and safety documentation, including plans and method statements.
• Organise and oversee induction processes and safety campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records and provide reports as required.
• Stop work if health and safety standards are compromised.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Proven experience in health and safety leadership within a complex project environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage audits, investigations, and reporting effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

It's great if you also have the following

• Experience with collaborative working and supply chain engagement.
• Familiarity with health and safety management systems and competency platforms.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSCS card system).
• Knowledge of contract and procedural compliance.

The setting for the role

You’ll be based on‑site within a dynamic project environment, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and contractors. The role requires visibility, accessibility, and proactive engagement with all stakeholders to ensure a safe and sustainable workplace.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.