Health & Safety Manager - Milton Keynes

Health & Safety Manager Location: Milton Keynes (site travel required) Salary: Competitive + Package Sector: Construction / Building Services / Facilities Management The Company A well-established multi-disciplinary contractor delivering projects across Facilities Management, Small Works, Mechanical & Electrical, and Design & Build construction works. The business operates across a broad range of commercial environments and is known for delivering high-quality solutions with a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and client service. The Role An experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager is required to lead and continuously improve Health, Safety & Environmental systems across the business. This role will support projects across construction, M&E, and small works divisions, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, industry standards, and client-specific requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with directors, operational teams, engineers, and subcontractors to drive a positive and compliant safety culture throughout the organisation. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Compliance Develop and maintain company Health & Safety policies and procedures Ensure compliance with UK legislation including HSWA 1974, CDM 2015, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, Working at Height Regulations and EaWR Provide expert H&S guidance to operational and leadership teams Lead accident investigations, root cause analysis, and RIDDOR reporting where required Support ISO 45001 compliance and continuous improvement initiativesProject & Operational Support Review and prepare RAMS for construction, M&E, and small works projects Carry out site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews Support pre-construction planning and design risk management under CDM 2015 Coordinate with Principal Contractors and Principal Designers Manage subcontractor H&S compliance, inductions, and competency checksTraining & Culture Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and H&S training Promote proactive reporting and positive safety behaviours Identify training needs across operational teams Support workforce compliance relating to CSCS, SMSTS, SSSTS and other accreditationsReporting & Administration Maintain training matrices, compliance records, audit reports, and accident logs Produce monthly H&S performance reports and KPI analysis Support tender submissions, PQQs, and client compliance requirementsRequirements Essential NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate minimum Strong knowledge of UK construction H&S legislation Previous experience within construction, FM, building services, or M&E environments Experience producing RAMS and conducting site audits Strong understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence