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Senior Health and Safety Manager
Regional Civil Engineering Construction Company - South West England
About the Company:
We are supporting an established civil engineering contractor specialising in infrastructure projects across the South West, Midlands, and parts of the South East. With a strong reputation built over decades of delivering high-quality construction projects, including highways, utilities, drainage, bridge structures, and groundworks, they pride themselves on maintaining the highest standards of safety while delivering exceptional results to their clients.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Health and Safety Manager to lead our safety function across multiple construction sites and operations. Reporting into the Regional Director, this is a pivotal role requiring a hands-on professional who will manage a team of two Health and Safety Managers whilst maintaining an active presence on-site. You will be responsible for driving our safety culture forward and ensuring full regulatory compliance across all our civil engineering projects spanning the South West, Midlands, and parts of the South East.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of two Health and Safety Managers
* Allocate workloads and coordinate site coverage across multiple regions
* Mentor and develop team members, supporting their professional growth
* Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews
Strategic Safety Leadership
* Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures
* Lead the continuous improvement of safety culture across the organisation
* Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments across all sites and operations
* Provide expert safety guidance to senior management and project teams
Operational Safety Management
* Maintain regular site presence through visits across the South West, Midlands, and South East regions
* Oversee site safety inspections and ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015
* Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions
* Manage relationships with HSE inspectors and other regulatory bodies
* Coordinate safety training programs for all staff levels
* Review and approve method statements and risk assessments
Compliance and Documentation
* Ensure full compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation
* Maintain accurate safety records, statistics and reporting systems
* Prepare and present safety performance reports to the board
* Stay current with evolving safety regulations and industry best practices
Qualifications & Certifications
* NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent)
* IOSH Managing Safely certification
* Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards
Experience
* Minimum 5 years' experience in health and safety management within civil engineering or construction
* Proven experience managing and leading health and safety teams
* Track record of managing safety across multiple sites and regions simultaneously
* Experience with CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor duties
* Strong background in risk assessment and method statement approval
* Comfortable with regular travel and site-based work across multiple regions
Skills & Attributes
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong leadership abilities with experience managing safety teams
* Analytical mindset with attention to detail
* Full UK driving licence essential
* Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related field
* Experience with major infrastructure or highway projects
* CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
* Experience with safety management software systems
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary package with annual review
* Company vehicle and fuel card
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Contributory pension scheme
* Company Bonuses
* Professional development opportunities and training support
* Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options where appropriate
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business with regional expansion
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please submit your CV to this advert or contact Fiona Corbett on the details provided. Please include details of your current salary expectations and the notice period you are seeking.
The hiring business is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to applicants selected for an interview. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of your application, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We look forward to receiving your application!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management, Strategy/Planning, and Project Management
* Industries
Civil Engineering and Construction
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