Job Summary
Capital is a well-established and versatile Principal Contractor specialising in the dynamic fields of commercial and retail construction.
We currently have an opening for an Health & Safety Manager to join our existing team and to lead a team of of 2 Assistant Health & Safety Managers. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a team of Assistant Health and Safety Managers and possess knowledge and proficiency, particularly in the realms of cut and carve and new build commercial projects in the UK.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying potential hazards, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
* Ideally a minimum 10 years of health and safety management experience in the UK
* Ideally 5 years managing a team
* Background in construction and refurbishment works
* Preferably, a degree holder; however, relevant experience will also be considered
* Experience in working on projects ranging from £1k to £6 million
* Proactive - A proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential safety issues before they escalate and working with the operatives and sub-contractors to resolve the issues in a sensible manner.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements and best practices.
* Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
* Prepare detailed reports on health and safety performance, incidents, and compliance status for management review.
* Provide training and support to employees on health and safety practices, including first aid protocols.
* Investigate accidents and incidents to determine root causes, implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
* Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
* Maintain accurate records of health and safety activities, incidents, training sessions, and audits.
* Promote a culture of health and safety awareness throughout the organisation.
Requirements
* Proven experience in a health and safety management role or similar position.
* Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations, and best practices.
* Excellent report writing skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
* Certification in first aid is highly desirable.
* Proficient in conducting root cause analysis to identify underlying issues related to health and safety incidents.
* Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating strong leadership qualities.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within the organisation.
If you are passionate about promoting a safe workplace environment and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this vital position within our organisation.
How to apply
Please send us your latest CV and covering letter in one combined document that show us how your experience meets the role profile.
As we usually receive a lot of applications, we won't be able to give individual feedback.
If you are successful, we will get in touch within seven days after the closing date.
Closing date: 27th February 2026
Interview and assessment date: Week Commencing 2nd March 2026
Role Commencement: March/April 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £TBC dependent on experience, qualifications
Benefits
A competitive salary and a wide range of benefits, including generous annual leave.
Note: Capital is committed to equality and diversity and values of the communities we work in. We aim to have a workforce that reflects this and encourage applications from all areas of the community.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Note: Successful applicants will be subject to Pre Employment screening including but not limited to the following -
- Right to Work Check
- Address verification
- Academic qualification checks
- Employment referencing
- Criminal record check (Basic Disclosure) with digital ID
- Professional qualification verification
These checks are carried out by one of our Employee Screening Partners
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* How many years of experience do you have in a Health and Safety role within the UK construction industry?
* Please advise of your salary expectations?
* Do you have NEBOSH Health & Safety in Construction?
Work Location: In person