Safety Manager

ICDS (UK) Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fit-out contractor seeks an experienced Safety Manager for a prestigious refurbishment project in London. The role emphasizes delivering top safety standards, engaging with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance through proactive measures on-site. This is a significant opportunity for a professional looking to impact a landmark project with potential for long-term engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work on a major London landmark project

Collaborative and dynamic project environment

Potential for long-term engagement beyond the initial contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Safety Manager or in similar HSE leadership roles on large construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Ability to influence and drive safety performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health, safety, and environmental strategy on site.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for compliance.
• Lead incident investigations and safety training.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NVQ Level 5 in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Safety Manager | Canary Wharf

Salary: £75K-£80K + benefits

Overview

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Safety Manager to join a leading fit-out contractor on a landmark commercial refurbishment project in central London. This high-profile role will focus on delivering best-in-class safety standards on a large, complex project.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement the project’s health, safety, and environmental (HSE) strategy on site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure full compliance with safety standards and statutory requirements.
• Develop and deliver site-specific inductions and safety training.
• Lead incident investigations, reporting, and corrective action processes.
• Engage proactively with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to promote a positive safety culture.
• Monitor risk assessments and method statements, ensuring they are up to date and effectively communicated.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Safety Manager or similar HSE leadership role on large-scale construction or fit-out projects.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, NVQ Level 5 in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work on a major London landmark project
• Collaborative and dynamic project environment
• Potential for long-term engagement beyond the initial contract