HSE Manager

Scantec; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager specializing in demolition and construction. The ideal candidate will conduct site inspections, manage health & safety oversight across projects, and engage with clients. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and NEBOSH certification, alongside proven experience in relevant sectors. This position requires excellent communication skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction and/or demolition environments.
• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) preferred.
• Possession of a CSCS Card.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site health & safety inspections and audits.
• Manage health & safety oversight across multiple projects.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, producing reports.

Skills

Site health & safety inspections

Risk assessments and method statements

Strong communication skills

Client engagement

Training coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

NEBOSH Construction Certificate / Diploma

Tools

Safety management systems

Reporting software

Job description

Health & Safety Manager – Demolition / Construction

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out site health & safety inspections and audits, ensuring actions are closed out effectively
• Manage H&S oversight across multiple projects, prioritising workload based on risk
• Act as a client-facing H&S representative, building strong working relationships with client ESH teams
• Review and deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• Review, challenge, and improve risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for company and contractor activities
• Act as Lead Reviewer for RAMS, coordinating input and driving timely close-out
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, producing clear reports and improvement actions
• Monitor training matrices and coordinate required training
• Maintain accurate H&S records to ensure compliance with statutory and contractual requirements
• Compile safety data and produce dashboard reports
• Support the SHEQ Lead in developing and improving company H&S systems and standards

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate / Diploma (or equivalent)
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Proven experience in construction and / or demolition environments
• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)
• CSCS Card

Desirable

• Security Clearance

What We’re Looking For

• A practical, delivery-focused H&S professional
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, regulated environments
• Confident engaging with clients, project teams, and supply chain partners
• Strong reporting and communication skills
• Flexible, proactive, and solutions-driven