Safety Manager

Emcor UK; Cheshunt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee safety and compliance across multiple projects in a data centre in Cheshunt. The successful candidate will develop EHS plans, conduct risk assessments, and ensure adherence to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum HND-Level qualification in engineering or related fields and a NEBOSH Diploma. This role offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety and culture.

Benefits

25 Days holidays + Bank holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year

Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies

Refer a Friend scheme - worth £500 per referral

GEMS - Internal recognition scheme

Extensive Learning & Development opportunities

Flex Benefits access

Bike To Work Scheme

Paid volunteering and charity days

Medicash - Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data centre or critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety and risk management.
• Ability to shape safety culture and manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage health, safety, security and environmental compliance.
• Develop and implement site-specific EHS plans.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments.

Skills

Construction safety standards

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Technical advisory

Education

Minimum HND-Level qualification in relevant engineering discipline

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview

The safety manager's role is to lead and manage all aspects of health, safety, security, and environmental compliance across multiple MARCUS projects within an operational data centre environment. The Health & Safety Manager will ensure adherence to client's EHS standards, EMCOR UK policies, and statutory regulations, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain procurement technical and safety risk categories and act as the WSA representative at procurement category meetings for technical and safety standards.
• Develop and implement site-specific EHS plans aligned with EMCOR UK standards.
• Conduct detailed Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Risk Assessments for all project activities.
• Review and approve Method Statements and Work Notifications.
• Maintain and coordinate staff training records to ensure competency for upcoming works.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Monitor and enforce lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and PPE audits.
• Investigate and report near misses, incidents, and environmental events.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Manage permit registers and temporary works designs.
• Ensure all trade contractors meet EHS competence requirements.
• Liaise with the client's DCS teams and trade contractors to coordinate safety activities.
• Chair weekly trade contractor meetings and monthly look-ahead sessions.
• Technical and safety Competency Management System (CMS) development & management, including management of the AE/CP database.
• Ensure compliance with global minimum performance requirements for construction safety.
• Mobilisation and transition planning, scheduling and reporting.
• Maintain EMCOR UK's Legal Register, undertaking regular reviews of existing EMCOR UK technical and safety policy to ensure full compliance with applicable technical and safety legislation.

Qualifications

• Minimum HND-Level qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, a similar technical field or equivalent technical/engineering experience.
• Hold or working towards professional registration, i.e. IEng or above with IET, CIBSE etc.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Proven experience in data centre or critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems with a high degree of procedural, technical and HSE compliance.
• Ability to interpret and provide authoritative advice on technical and safety management issues.
• Experience of informing businesses in good practice technical and safety management.
• Ability to shape and influence, ability to analyse complex data and deliver evidence-based recommendations through a high level of written technical standards.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive a proactive safety culture.
• Promote zero-harm culture and ensure compliance with EMCOR UK and client safety standards.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving. We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed. Join us in building a better world at work.

Benefits

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme - worth £500 per referral
• GEMS - Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.