We are recruiting for a Health & Safety Manager to join a leading UK property investment business managing a national portfolio of over 1200 healthcare buildings.
This is a client-side role offering the opportunity to take ownership of Health & Safety across a large, multi-site portfolio, working closely with Facilities Managers and contractors to ensure compliance, safety and operational excellence.
The Opportunity This is not a purely policy-driven or corporate HSE role.
You will be working directly with operational FM teams, supporting real-time issues across sites while also developing and improving the overall QHSE framework.
The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational involvement, making it ideal for candidates from a Facilities Management, Healthcare, Property or Engineering background.
Key Responsibilities Lead Health & Safety across a national portfolio of 900+ properties
Conduct gap analysis and develop a clear QHSE strategy
Oversee statutory compliance programmes (fire, water hygiene, building safety)
Support Facilities Managers with on-site H&S and compliance issues
Manage contractor H&S processes including RAMS, permits and onboarding
Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions
Produce reporting, analyse trends and drive continuous improvement
Support audits and ensure compliance with ISO standards
Promote a proactive safety culture across the FM function
Manage and develop a Health & Safety Administrator
Requirements NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent)
Experience within Facilities Management, Property or Building Services Desired but not essential
Multi-site portfolio experience desired not essential
Strong knowledge of statutory compliance (fire, legionella, H&S legislation)
Experience with RAMS, risk assessments, audits and incident investigations
Ability to work both strategically and operationally
Strong stakeholder and contractor management skills
Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
Engineering or technical FM background
ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 knowledge
IOSH membership or working towards Chartered status
Location & Travel Midlands based preferably
Hybrid working
Regular travel across the portfolio
Occasional overnight stays required
Salary & Benefits £50,000 £60,000 (dependant on background)
Discretionary bonus
Career progression within a growing national portfolio
Client-side role with real ownership and influence
Why This Role? Work client-side, not contractor-side
Influence H&S across a large property portfolio
Combine strategy with hands-on operational involvement
Join a growing FM team with strong leadership
If youre a Health & Safety professional who wants to move into a more operational, FM-led environment, this is a strong opportunity to take the next step.
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