Job Title: Health & Safety Manager
Location: East London
Salary: £75,000 – £85,000 per annum
Reporting to: Project Leadership Team
About the Role
A leading M&E contractor, currently in a phase of significant expansion, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take full ownership of H&S on their flagship Data Centre project. This is a high-impact leadership role, offering visibility, influence, and long-term career progression within a company renowned for its strong culture of development.
You will lead a well-structured on-site H&S function, managing two Health & Safety Advisors, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the project.
Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of Health & Safety for the Data Centre project
Lead, mentor, and manage a dedicated on-site H&S team (two direct reports)
Ensure compliance with all statutory H&S regulations and company standards
Promote a proactive and positive safety culture across the project
Influence project strategy, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate closely with project leadership to drive innovative safety solutions
About You
You will be an excellent fit if you have:
Strong Health & Safety experience in construction or M&E environments
Experience managing or mentoring H&S teams on large-scale projects
Exposure to data centre projects (desirable but not essential)
A proven track record with Tier 1 London contractors (desirable)
Confident leadership skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to safety management
What’s on Offer
Annual salary between £75,000 – £85,000
Leadership responsibility for a dedicated on-site H&S team
Opportunity to influence and shape safety practices on a high-profile project
Long-term career progression within a contractor undergoing significant growth
Exposure to a robust pipeline of major projects across London
If you are a motivated Health & Safety professional looking to lead a high-profile data centre project and make a real impact, we want to hear from you