Health & Safety Manager – Groundworks at Galtec Ltd
The Opportunity
Join a respected groundworks contractor delivering major schemes across the South West and into South Wales. Based in Gloucester, you’ll set and uphold best-in-class safety standards across live sites stretching from Gloucester to Somerset and Swindon to Cardiff. Over the next 14 months you’ll shadow our current Head of Health & Safety—preparing to succeed them in leading the department.
The Role
Some key responsibilities include:
* Oversee health, safety, and environmental management on all groundworks projects
* Collaborate with main contractors and project teams to ensure full compliance with HSE legislation
* Conduct site audits, inspections, and incident investigations
* Lead the development and implementation of risk assessments, method statements, and site safety plans
* Promote a proactive safety culture by delivering training, guidance, and support to site teams
* Report on safety performance and continuous improvement initiatives to senior management / directors
* Shadow the current Head of Health & Safety over a 14-month period, with a clear path to succeeding them
About You
Some key requirements include:
* Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager in groundworks, civil engineering, or construction
* In-depth knowledge of CDM regulations, HSE standards, and industry best practices
* Comfortable liaising with main contractors and client stakeholders
* NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (or equivalent) required
* Proactive, approachable, and confident influencing teams on site
What’s on Offer
Some key benefits include:
* Permanent role with defined succession into the Head of Health & Safety position
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to lead safety on significant groundworks projects across the South West and into South Wales
* A role with real impact—safeguarding people, reputation, and project delivery
Job Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000 per year
Work Location: In person (Gloucester base)
If you’re ready to drive safety excellence and prepare for a future leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.
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