Health & Safety Manager

Health and Safety Manager

Location: Harlow, Essex

Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time (part-time considered)

About the Company
I am delighted to be recruiting for a family-owned business operating within the construction and civil engineering sector. With a reputation for fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment, they are a growing company committed to investing in our people and ensuring long-term career progression.

This is an exciting opportunity to join their close-knit team as we expand, working from their office in Harlow, and visiting sites across London and the Home Counties (very occasionally UK-wide).

About the Role
They are are seeking a motivated and experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead and enhance health and safety standards across the business. This critical role involves overseeing compliance with all relevant regulations, fostering a strong safety culture, and delivering impactful training to our growing team.

The role will primarily be office-based, with site visits required. Hours will vary between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage health and safety policies, procedures, and programmes in line with legal and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits across sites to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near-misses, implementing preventative measures.
• Deliver engaging and effective health and safety training for staff at all levels.
• Provide expert advice on health and safety matters to employees and management.
• Monitor and report on health and safety performance, preparing actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Stay up to date with legislative and regulatory changes to maintain compliance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Professional certification such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent (essential).
• Proven experience in health and safety management within construction or civil engineering.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with health and safety management systems and reporting tools.

What We Offer

• Training Opportunities: Gain qualifications to become an in-house training manager.
• Career Progression: Opportunities to grow with the company as it expands.
• Company van, mobile phone, and laptop.
• 20 days holiday per year + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking and casual dress code.

Hours: Full-time (varying between 6:00 am - 4:00 pm), with part-time considered.

Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per year (depending on experience).

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for health and safety and want to be part of a growing family-run business, we would love to hear from you!