Job Title: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Bristol & South West Region
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Sector: Rail / Infrastructure
Position Type: Permanent
Navartis is currently working with a leading infrastructure contractor who is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to join their team and play a key role in driving health, safety, and environmental excellence across rail and wider infrastructure operations in the South West region.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing HSQE team within a well-established organisation undergoing continued growth in the rail sector. The position will suit an experienced H&S professional who enjoys a balance of site engagement, client liaison, and strategic input.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the key point of contact for health & safety matters within the infrastructure division, with a primary focus on rail projects
* Conduct internal audits, inspections and ensure compliance with company IMS and industry standards
* Advise senior leadership on legal compliance and best practices
* Lead on accident and incident investigations, identifying root causes and driving improvements
* Support delivery teams with project-specific risk assessments and safe systems of work
* Collaborate with client HSQE teams to ensure a joined-up approach to safety on joint ventures and frameworks
* Deliver behavioural safety programmes and toolbox talks alongside the L&D function
* Monitor and close out non-conformances and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Strong background in H&S management within the rail or wider infrastructure sector
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and IOSH (Certified or Chartered)
* Demonstrable experience with site audits, risk assessments and safe systems of work
* Track record of liaising with regulatory bodies, clients and operational teams
* Confident in leading investigations and reporting on findings
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary & annual bonus scheme
* Company share options and pension contributions
Required Qualifications
* None
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