We’re recruiting on behalf of a major UK Principal Contractor to appoint a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager for key Southern Water and Affinity Water frameworks. You’ll play a senior leadership role across a growing programme of works, with individual projects exceeding £60m.
Health, Safety & Environmental Manager - £70,000–£85,000 + £+ £5,500 Car Allowance or Company Car + 28 Days Annual Leave + Private Healthcare + Enhanced Pension Scheme & Bonus - Southern Region & North Home Counties - Infrastructure/Utilities – ID: (phone number removed)
The Opportunity:
* Lead on HSE strategy across two major water frameworks
* Join an established SHEQ team, managing 8+ professionals
* Drive cultural change and strategic improvement across MEICA and civils schemes
* Influence senior leaders and work closely with clients and regulators
* Be part of a growing region with £140m turnover and increasing demand
What’s in it for you?:
* £70,000–£85,000 base (flex for exceptional candidates)
* Company Car or £5,500 Car Allowance
* Up to 10% bonus
* Private medical (with family option)
* 28 days holiday + Bank Holidays (Ability to Purchase)
* Excellent pension and professional development support
What you'll be doing:
* Leading framework-wide health, safety, and environmental performance
* Coaching and developing HSE team members (Advisors to Senior Advisors)
* Collaborating with senior stakeholders including the Head of HSE, Regional Ops Directors, and Framework MDs
* Using data to drive performance, spot trends and implement improvements
* Working 2 days from home, 2 days in either Rickmansworth or Southampton offices, and 1 day on site or flex
What we’re looking for:
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
* Experience managing teams in a tier 1 civils or MEICA environment
* Strong stakeholder engagement – from site teams to SLT
* Demonstrable success improving safety culture and performance
* Background in water, utilities, MEICA, or groundworks
Interested in making a lasting impact on essential infrastructure?
Let’s have a confidential chat today
Salary description
£70000.00 - £85000.00 per year