Health And Safety Manager

About us

Euroforest Ltd is a leading independent provider of landscaping, vegetation removal, ecology & Arboricultural services. Working with a wide range of clients, we deliver services from landscaping schemes for infrastructure projects, Ecology mitigation, mechanised Arboricultural works and de-vegetation. Our teams collaborate closely across all projects, combining expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to sustainability, safety, and quality. This approach has made us a trusted partner across the construction/forestry supply chain — and a place where motivated individuals can grow their careers and make a real impact.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our Environment Division, supporting health and safety compliance across contracts in Southern England and throughout the UK. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and guidance across de-vegetation, landscaping, and other land-based operations, helping to ensure safe and compliant delivery across a varied portfolio of CDM sites, construction, environmental, and land management projects.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves the following key responsibilities, but it is not limited to:

* Promotion and implementation of Group Health, Safety, Environment and Quality policies and procedures with a particular focus on raising safety standards across the business

* Provision of Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental advice to company managers in the Environment Division and across Euroforest Group

* Liaison with construction clients and safety representatives, regulators

* Inspections and internal audits of worksites, offices and subcontractors

* Assistance with preparation and presentation for external audits

* Creation and review of risk assessments

* Investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses to determine root causes

* Review operational plans including CPP, Method Statements, Environmental Management Plans, Waste Management Plans

* Managing occupational health surveillance

* Supporting new business development and provision of Compliance information for tenders and work planning

* Collation of safety and environmental statistics

* Attendance at internal Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) committee monthly meetings

* Conducting toolbox talks and workshops for managers and operatives

Training and support will be provided to introduce the successful applicant to Company systems and procedures.

Skills, Qualification & Experience

Essential

Proven experience in health and safety within the CDM environment

NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety or equivalent

IOSH Technical Member working towards Certified or Chartered

Construction, utilities or infrastructure experience

Skilled in conducting risk assessments and audits

Proven knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant operational management software

Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on safety and continuous improvement

Ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders

Effective organisational, motivational and negotiation skills

Full, clean UK Drivers Licence and willingness to travel

Desirable

Experience in site clearance, landscaping or environmental engineering projects

Arboriculture, landscaping, de-veg, infrastructure projects experience

Experience with forestry or construction plant

ISO audit experience

Environmental Foundation or Awareness qualification

CITB SMSTS certificate

CSCS card

Experience with EHS Software

Benefits

* Competitive Salary

* 20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

* Annual leave increases with length of service

* Company vehicle (business and private use, inclusive of private mileage)

* Pension scheme

* Continuous Professional Development

* Cycle to work Scheme

* Long service awards

* Employee Discounts

* Life Assurance

* 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

To apply send your CV and Cover Letter quoting reference EFHSM/2609

Closing date for applications is: 30th October 2026

Start date will be as soon as possible after award (notice periods allowing).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Euroforest is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation