Full job descriptionA great opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Manager to lead from the front and have full accountability with great ongoing support, working with a company who specialises in contract lifting, telecoms and traffic management, it’s a real varied role to keep you invested.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s health & safety management systems
*Ensure full compliance with all relevant UK legislation, including CDM Regulations.
*Act as the organisation’s lead competent person, providing expert advice to senior leadership and operational teams
*Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, including HSE engagement, inspections, and reporting
*Oversee risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work across all activities
*Lead on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions
*Proactively identify potential risks and implement preventative measures to protect people and operations
*Develop and manage emergency response plans and ensure regular testing and readiness
*Maintain a strong site presence, conducting audits, inspections, and compliance checks
*Ensure consistent safety standards across all operations, including:
*Equipment and asset safety compliance
*Fire safety systems and procedures
*First aid and welfare provisions

*Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation, risk registers, and compliance records
*Drive a positive safety culture, promoting accountability and behavioural safety at all levels
*Deliver or coordinate health & safety training, toolbox talks, and briefings
*Coach managers and supervisors to take ownership of safety within their teams
*Monitor and improve training effectiveness to ensure compliance and engagement
*Ensure all subcontractors meet strict health & safety standards and compliance requirements
*Support project teams and clients with expert safety guidance
*Prepare and present health & safety performance reports, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement


Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:
*NEBOSH (or equivalent) is essential
*IOSH Membership or working towards Chartered status is desirable
*Evidence of ongoing professional development
*Proven experience in a Health & Safety leadership role within high-risk environments such as construction, infrastructure, utilities, or telecoms
*Strong understanding of UK health & safety legislation and regulatory frameworks
*Experience working with external regulators and senior stakeholders
*Exposure to the telecoms sector is highly desirable, due to the nature and demands of key client projects
*Strong leadership and influencing skills with the confidence to challenge where necessary
*Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement ability across all levels
*Highly organised, proactive, and solutions-focused
*Strong investigative and analytical capability
*Comfortable working in a hands-on, operational environment