Colchester
£400/day
An established social housing contractor is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to oversee health and safety compliance and performance across planned maintenance and void property programmes in the Colchester area.
This position will play a key role in supporting operational delivery, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company procedures, and promoting a positive health & safety culture across multiple workstreams within a live social housing environment.
The Role:
Lead and manage health & safety across planned maintenance and void programmes within social housing properties
Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure full compliance with current H&S legislation and company procedures
Provide expert advice and guidance to operational teams, subcontractors, and management on safe systems of work, RAMS, and best practice
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, producing reports and implementing corrective actions where required
Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to maintain high standards of health & safety performance across all sites
Support the delivery of toolbox talks, training sessions, and behavioural safety initiatives
Monitor trends, identify areas for improvement, and help drive a positive safety culture throughout the businessExperience Required:
Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within social housing, planned maintenance, repairs, or void works
NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate essential (Diploma desirable)
Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and their practical application
Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Able to work independently while supporting multiple operational teams across live environments
Full UK driving licence requiredThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a genuine commitment to health & safety improvement. Salary is dependent on experience, with additional benefits included.
To discuss this opportunity in further detail, please get in touch with Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment
Salary description
£400.00 - £500.00 per day