Health and Safety Manager - Building Services

YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OF MANAGING SAFETY WITHIN BUILDING SERVICES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

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Working with a diverse range of clients across the commercial and public sectors, my client undertakes projects ranging from small-scale works through to major contracts valued at several million pounds.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their Safety team who oversee all aspects of health, safety, and compliance throughout their operations.
The role will be based from their Cheshire head office, with regular travel to construction sites throughout the UK. While office attendance will be required for meetings, reporting, and compliance management, a significant proportion of the role will be site-based, ensuring the effective implementation of health and safety standards across multiple live projects.
The Role
The Senior Health & Safety Manager will take responsibility for driving a positive safety culture throughout the business, ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures, and industry best practice.
This role requires an experienced individual who can work independently, provide professional guidance to operational teams, and influence health and safety performance at all levels of the organisation. You must have the skills and experience to de4al with clients at Board level and the depth of knowledge required to lead and develop a team.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the company's health and safety function across all projects
Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company procedures, legal requirements, and industry best practice.
Ensure all site personnel and subcontractors are appropriately briefed, inducted, and signed onto relevant RAMS.
Produce detailed audit reports and present findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to senior management.
Lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventative measures.
Maintain compliance with all relevant industry accreditations, certifications, and membership bodies.
Keep abreast of legislative changes and industry developments, ensuring the business remains fully compliant.
Provide expert advice and support to directors, managers, site teams, and subcontractors on all health and safety matters.
Support the continuous improvement of the company's health, safety, environmental, and wellbeing standards.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
Minimum 5 years' experience in a dedicated Health & Safety Management role within the construction industry.
Proven experience managing health and safety across multiple sites simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of current UK Health & Safety legislation and construction industry best practices.
NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
Full UK Driving License.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. xwzovoh
This is a rare opportunity to join a progressive organisation who offer career development in a positive and supportive working environment.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester