HSE Manager

Scantec; Tadley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction safety management firm located in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager. This hands-on role focuses on site-based operations within demolition project environments. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards, perform audits, and engage with clients. Essential qualifications include NEBOSH certification and a relevant degree. The firm values strong judgement and communication skills, along with the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out health & safety inspections and audits.
• Manage H&S oversight across multiple projects.
• Investigate accidents and incidents.

Skills

Health & Safety inspections

Strong communication skills

Risk assessment improvement

Client engagement

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate / Diploma

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Health & Safety Manager - Demolition / Construction

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Health & Safety Manager to work as part of a demolition project team on live construction sites. This is a hands‑on, site‑based role operating within a highly regulated environment, supporting multiple projects with demanding programmes and strict safety standards.

You’ll work closely with project managers, clients, and supply chain partners to maintain high Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) standards while enabling safe and efficient project delivery. This role requires reliability, strong judgement, and the confidence to operate under pressure.

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