General information
City/town: London Job field: Business Support and IT External closing date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6200
Description and requirements
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working in the Health, Safety, Wellbeing, Quality & Productivity function, where we are responsible for safety on site to wellbeing at work, we create environments where everyone can thrive, delivering quality outcomes that build trust and lasting impact.
We are currently looking for a Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager who will lead the strategic and operational delivery of Health, Safety and Wellbeing across our Healthcare, Defence and Commercial sectors. You will drive health, safety and wellbeing excellence, support business growth through tender leadership, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
As the Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager, you will:
1. Lead and deliver the HSW strategy across Healthcare, Defence and Commercial sectors.
2. Support accident and incident investigations, ensuring clear and timely communication of findings.
3. Deputise for the Director of HSWQ as required, representing the function at key meetings and forums.
4. Champion innovation to improve HSW performance and wellbeing outcomes.
5. Build trusted relationships with customers and supply chain partners.
We are looking for:
6. Proven line management experience, with a track record of leading leaders.
7. Level 6 qualification or above in Health, Safety and Wellbeing, or equivalent.
8. Chartered IOSH membership (CMIOSH), or working towards it.
9. Strong technical expertise in Fire Management, Temporary Works and Lifting Operations.
10. Deep understanding of HSW principles and effective management practices.
What we offer:
11. 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
12. Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
13. Professional development
14. Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.