Operational Health & Safety Manager
📍 Reading, UK
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Operational Health & Safety Manager to support our Operational Site Maintenance and Estates Assurance programmes. This is a hands-on, site-focused role where you will play a key part in identifying, assessing, and managing health and safety risks across a complex estate.
You will work closely with operational teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure risks are effectively controlled, compliance is maintained, and a strong safety culture is embedded across all activities.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Health & Safety Risk Management
* Support Operational Project teams in assessing and categorising site hazards
* Provide governance across the Centralised Estate Risk Register
* Offer expert advice on operational health and safety risks
* Escalate emerging risks to senior leadership (Head of HSQE & Head of Operations)
* Support incident investigations and risk identification initiatives
* Assist teams in conducting suitable risk assessments
Health & Safety Hazards
* Work with Operations teams and contractors to triage and prioritise hazards
* Monitor compliance of safety-related issues and actions
* Produce detailed trend analysis to identify recurring risks
Out of Bounds / Restricted Access
* Review and support sites where safety issues impact access
* Contribute to safe access decision-making processes
Stakeholder Management
* Engage with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders
* Provide expert advice, reporting, and proactive communication
Operational Reporting
* Produce regular health and safety performance reports
* Include risk mitigation plans and highlight emerging issues
* Support environmental and ESG data reporting requirements
Estate Assurance
* Support Access Management and Operational teams on safety matters
* Collaborate with Estates and Legal teams on site provider risks
* Assist with supplier governance and site induction processes
* Support incident investigations and governance frameworks
Records & Compliance
* Maintain risk assessments, corrective actions, and mitigation plans
* Ensure all safety records and trackers are accurate and up to date
About You
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong operational experience in health and safety.
Experience & Qualifications
* Experience in an operational H&S role
* Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations within telecoms or construction
* Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and inspections
* Background working on telecoms cellular network infrastructure projects
* Good understanding of construction health and safety practices
* Knowledge of ISO 45001
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate
* Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) membership
* Knowledge of Building Safety and CDM Regulations
* Experience applying Control of Asbestos Regulations