Location: Nationwide (Sites in Devon, Hull, Manchester, Derby, London)
Salary: £60,000–£70,000
Reporting To: Managing Director / Contracts Manager
About:
A leading UK construction and roofing contractor delivering high-quality projects nationwide. The business is committed to maintaining the highest standards of Health & Safety, compliance, and quality across all operations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to take full ownership of Health & Safety across all projects. This is a strategic role focused on ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and leading the business toward ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 accreditation, while maintaining existing ISO 9001 standards.
The successful candidate will work independently, managing Health & Safety across multiple sites and liaising with clients, principal contractors, and regulatory bodies. This is a hands-on role requiring strong construction site experience, excellent leadership, and a proven ability to implement systems that improve safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Health & Safety Management System across all projects
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, CDM Regulations 2015, and company IMS standards
• Prepare, review, and approve Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and Construction Phase Plans (CPP)
• Conduct site inspections, compliance audits, and incident investigations
• Manage RIDDOR reporting where applicable
• Deliver toolbox talks and Health & Safety training sessions
• Review subcontractor compliance documentation and competency
• Lead internal Health & Safety audits and support external audits
• Coordinate with clients and principal contractors on Health & Safety matters
• Drive ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and internal audit processes
Qualifications & Experience Required:
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (mandatory)
• GradIOSH minimum (CMIOSH preferred)
• CSCS Black/White Card – professionally qualified
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the UK construction environment, including roofing/façade projects
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015, Working at Height, PUWER, LOLER, Fire Regulations, and RAMS/CPP
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multi-site Health & Safety responsibilities
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
Desirable / Advantageous:
• First Aid at Work certification
• Experience with temporary works, lifting operations, and COSHH/hazardous materials management
• Previous experience working with principal contractors on large commercial projects
Personal Attributes:
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and organisation
• Proactive risk awareness and safety culture mindset
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year