Health And Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Location: North East England Salary: Up to £60,000 + Package Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Please note: This is a permanent position only. Freelance-only applicants need not apply.

We are working with an established civil engineering and construction business looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take responsibility for developing, implementing and maintaining health and safety standards across its operations.

The business operates across a varied range of sectors, including civil engineering, road surfacing, highways, earthworks, demolition and groundworks, delivering projects across the North East and beyond.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced H&S professional looking to take ownership of health and safety across a diverse business, working closely with senior management, operational teams and site personnel.

The Role

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Lead and develop the company's health and safety policies, procedures and management systems.

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Provide practical H&S advice and guidance to directors, contracts managers and site teams.

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Carry out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.

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Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.

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Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions where required.

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Support and advise on RAMS, method statements and safe systems of work.

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Deliver toolbox talks, training and ongoing H&S guidance.

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Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement across sites, offices, yards and workshops.

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Ensure appropriate standards are maintained across plant, transport and operational activities.

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Maintain relevant accreditations and support external audits.

Requirements

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Previous experience in a Health & Safety Manager or senior H&S role within construction or civil engineering.

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NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent relevant qualification.

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Ideally hold CMIOSH status or be working towards it.

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Strong knowledge of construction health and safety legislation.

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Experience carrying out site audits, inspections and incident investigations.

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Confident communicating with senior management and operational teams.

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A practical, proactive approach with the ability to influence and improve safety standards.

Package & Opportunity

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Salary up to £60,000, dependent on experience.

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Additional package and benefits.

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Full-time, permanent position.

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Based in the North East, with regular travel to operational sites.

If you have the relevant experience and are interested in discussing the opportunity confidentially, please get in touch