Senior Health and Safety Manager

Senior Health & Safety Manager Location: North East England Job Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Health & Safety Manager to join a well-established and growing civil engineering and construction contractor operating across the North East. This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced H&S professional looking to take responsibility across multiple projects, working closely with operational teams and senior management to drive high standards of health, safety and compliance. The Role As Senior Health & Safety Manager, you will provide both strategic and hands-on H&S support across a range of civil engineering and construction projects. Key responsibilities will include: * Providing H&S leadership across multiple live construction and civil engineering projects. * Carrying out regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews. * Advising Project Managers, Contracts Managers and Site Managers on H&S matters. * Reviewing RAMS, CPPs, permits and other project documentation. * Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and current H&S legislation. * Monitoring subcontractor H&S performance and standards. * Supporting and leading incident investigations and corrective actions. * Identifying areas for improvement and implementing practical H&S initiatives. * Monitoring H&S KPIs, trends and performance across projects. * Delivering toolbox talks, briefings and H&S training where required. * Working closely with operational teams to develop a positive and proactive safety culture. * Providing guidance on higher-risk activities including excavations, temporary works, lifting operations, plant and machinery and site logistics. * Supporting the continued development of company H&S procedures and systems. * Mentoring and supporting members of the wider H&S team. About You The ideal candidate will have: * Previous experience in a Senior H&S Manager, H&S Manager or Regional H&S role. * Strong experience within civil engineering, construction or infrastructure. * NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification. * Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK construction legislation. * Experience working across multiple projects. * Strong knowledge of RAMS, audits, inspections and incident investigation. * Experience managing and influencing subcontractors and site teams. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * A practical, site-based approach to health and safety. * The confidence to challenge unsafe practices and work collaboratively with operational teams. * Full UK driving licence