Senior HSQE Manager
Bedfordshire Based
£65,000 - £75,000 + Full Comprehensive Package
Company:
You will be working for a Main contractor specialising in Healthcare, Commercial, & specialist roofing projects, who are committed to delivering projects to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
They are now seeking an experienced Senior HSQE Manager with a strong construction background to join our head office team in Bedfordshire. This senior role will be central in shaping, leading, and implementing their HSQE strategy across the business.
The Role:
As Senior HSQE Manager, you will be responsible for setting standards, ensuring legal compliance, and driving continuous improvement in Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental performance across all projects. Working closely with directors, project teams, and clients, you will play a key role in building and maintaining a culture of accountability, quality, and safety.
Requirements:
At least 5 years of experience in a health and safety capacity, ideally within the construction industry, ideally for a Main Contractor.
Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
IT Proficient.
NEBOSH, IOSH, NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent qualification is preferred.
Construction-relevant certification is desirable but not essential.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant industry software.
Full UK driving licence
Office based - with weekly site visits.
Chartered or working towards CMIOSH status preferred.
Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and ISO management systems (9001, 14001, 45001).
Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the company's HSQE strategy, policies, and management systems.
Oversee health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all projects.
Carry out and report on audits, inspections, and site visits.
Support project managers, site teams, and supply chain with practical HSQE guidance.
Ensure compliance with UK legislation, CDM Regulations, and ISO standards.
Review and approve RAMS, quality plans, and environmental management plans.
Lead investigations into incidents, non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.
Deliver training, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions.
Act as the key point of contact for HSQE matters with clients, consultants, and enforcing bodies.
Understanding Temporary Works, and the paperwork behind it.
Writing Risk & Method Statements
Construction Phase Plans
COSHH Assessments
Carry out own Audits.
Understand Quality Management Systems.
Induction Processes
Accident & Incident Investigations
If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply for this role, or wish to have a confidential chat, then please feel free to contact Joshua French on (phone number removed)
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