Live-Projects HSE Manager | UK-Wide Safety Lead

Cosaf Environments Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Bonus

Workplace pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free on-site parking

Sick pay

Training and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Mon-Fri working, no weekends

Job summary

Cosaf Environments Ltd is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of health, safety, quality and compliance across our office, workshop and UK project sites. This is not a desk-based role; you will be visible on live projects and travel UK-wide, with hybrid working where suitable.

You will lead safety standards, support project teams, review RAMS and site safety documentation, and drive CDM compliance across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• SMSTS and NEBOSH General Certificate.
• UK driving licence.
• Experience in construction, mechanical services, M&E, HVAC, industrial services or building services.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Practical RAMS and site-based risk management experience.
• Confidence to challenge unsafe practices while building positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety standards across the office and project sites.
• Support project managers, supervisors, engineers and subcontractors with day-to-day safety matters.
• Prepare and review RAMS, construction phase plans and project safety documentation.
• Review subcontractor RAMS before work begins.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance checks.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and practical site guidance.
• Support CDM compliance, site welfare and safe project set-up.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain training records, audits, corrective actions and compliance documentation.
• Support accreditations including SafeContractor, ISO 45001 or similar systems.

Skills

SMSTS

NEBOSH General Certificate

UK Driving Licence

Construction/Mechanical Services/M&E/H

CDM Regulations knowledge

RAMS and risk management

Job description

Cosaf Environments Ltd is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of health, safety, quality and compliance across our office, workshop and UK project sites. This is not a desk-based role; you will be visible on live projects and travel UK-wide, with hybrid working where suitable.

You will lead safety standards, support project teams, review RAMS and site safety documentation, and drive CDM compliance across diverse projects.