Health And Safety Manager à Grande-Bretagne

Our client, a Tier one contractor, is looking for a Health and Safety Manager to join their group operations in Kent utilities, infrastructure, and reinstatement services. The Health & Safety Manager will play a pivotal role in driving safety excellence across a diverse range of operations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact, embedding a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across a dynamic, multi-disciplinary business with a salary up to 80,000 + car.

Working alongside a dedicated team of SHEQ Advisors, the Health & Safety Manager will ensure the organisation not only meets but exceeds compliance standards.

• Projects spanning surfacing, infrastructure, recycling, and drylining.
• Lead and embed a proactive, positive health and safety culture across the business.
• Manage and maintain group-wide Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies, ensuring alignment with industry standards and legislation.
• Provide expert guidance, training frameworks, and support to ensure all staff are competent and compliant in their roles.
• Drive safety engagement through toolbox talks, inductions, and audits, fostering a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement.
• Design, implement, and oversee robust risk assessments, method statements, and COSHH.
• Lead incident investigations, analyse root causes, and support operational teams with actionable improvements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and environmental reviews to maintain the highest standards of safety across all operational locations.
• Monitor competency and qualifications of all staff to ensure they are appropriately trained and equipped for their duties.
• Stay ahead of legislation changes and advise leadership on necessary adaptations to policy.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including clients and regulators.

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent), with a preference for those working towards Chartered status.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a health and safety leadership role within utilities, civil engineering, highways, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, risk management, and incident investigation.
• EUSR SHEA qualifications in Gas, Water & Electric.
• NRSWA (Street Works) units 1–3 (advantageous).
• Proven ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence (essential) with flexibility to travel to multiple sites.

• Salary: 65,000 – 80,000 DOE.
• Company Vehicle for business use.
• Pension Scheme.
• Employee referral programme.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive working culture within a business committed to safety and sustainability.