Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager Peterborough £(Apply online only)/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 Peterborough area. The role will be an initial interim opportunity with permanent opportunities potentially available at the end of the contract.  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. To discuss this opportunity in further detail, please get in touch with Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment