Health & Safety Manager

Job Title: Health & Safety ManagerLocation: Based in Westerham, with site visits across London and the South EastSalary: £65,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)Hours: Monday to FridayBenefits: Company vehicle, Pension and 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

The Opportunity:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to join a well-established construction business delivering scaffolding, brickwork, and blockwork projects across London and the South East.

This role is ideal for a motivated and strategic individual who can take full ownership of the company's Health & Safety operations. The successful candidate will bring a forward-thinking approach to risk management, compliance, and team engagement, helping to elevate safety culture across all project sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of health, safety, and wellbeing management across multiple construction projects.
• Ensure company-wide compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant legislation.
• Work collaboratively with management and site teams to promote a positive and proactive safety culture.
• Provide health and safety advice, training, and mentoring to project managers and operatives.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Review and ensure compliance with Construction Phase Plans.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in health and safety practices.
• Support the development and monitoring of the company's Quality Assurance processes.
• Lead incident investigations and prepare detailed reports with recommendations.
• Represent the company in meetings with clients, suppliers, and external health & safety representatives.
• Assist in the development and expansion of internal training, apprenticeships, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Maintain and update company policies, qualifications, and internal systems related to Health & Safety.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to health and safety compliance and improvement.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar health and safety role within the construction industry.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) - essential.
• CSCS card - essential.
• SMSTS qualification - desirable.
• Strong understanding of UK construction health and safety legislation.
• Proven experience managing live construction sites.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across various projects.
• Full UK driving licence required due to travel between sites.

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