Senior Health & Safety Manager

Greenacre Recruitment Ltd; Loughton; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Health & Safety Manager to oversee the H&S function across various sites. The role involves strategic leadership while providing hands-on support to cultivate a proactive safety culture. Candidates must possess a NEBOSH Diploma, extensive H&S management experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, and flexible working options, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced professionals.

Benefits

Car allowance / travel expenses

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional development and CPD support

Flexible / hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Strong experience in H&S management within construction or related sectors.
• Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Health & Safety strategy and provide assurance to senior leadership.
• Manage and mentor a Health & Safety Manager with high-quality advice.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations.

Skills

H&S management

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic operation

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

IOSH membership or working towards

Job description

Senior Health & Safety Manager

Location: Chigwell & Banstead (with travel to sites)

Salary: Competitive + benefits

We are looking for an experienced Senior Health & Safety Manager to lead the Health & Safety function across multiple offices and field based operations. This role combines strategic leadership with hands on support to ensure a proactive safety culture and full compliance across all activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Health & Safety strategy and provide assurance to senior leadership.
• Manage and mentor a Health & Safety Manager, ensuring high-quality advice, audits, and training.
• Support operational teams with safe systems of work, RAMS, and site safety compliance.
• Conduct inspections, audits, incident investigations, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and compliance with ISO 45001 and other accreditations.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote engagement through training, campaigns, and toolbox talks.

About You

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and IOSH membership (or working towards).
• Strong experience in H&S management within construction, facilities, compliance, or similar sectors.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands on when needed.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance / travel expenses
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Professional development and CPD support
• Flexible / hybrid working options

If you’re a forward thinking H&S professional looking to shape and lead a growing function, we’d love to hear from you.