Job Description
Health & Safety Manager
Tier 1 MEP Contractor / building services
Data Centre Project
North London
£40,000–£100,000
An established building services contractor is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a major data centre project in North London. This is a site-based role supporting Health & Safety operations on a large-scale, technically complex development.
Role Overview
The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust H&S standards on site, working closely with project and delivery teams. This is not a lead or standalone role; the successful candidate will operate within the contractor’s internal Health & Safety management systems and report into senior H&S leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the day-to-day management of Health & Safety on a live data centre project
* Ensure compliance with all relevant H&S legislation, standards, and internal procedures
* Carry out site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
* Assist with incident investigations and reporting
* Promote a positive Health & Safety culture across site teams and subcontractors
* Work closely with MEP and construction teams to manage H&S risks in a technically demanding environment
* Ensure all works align with the company’s internal H&S systems and processes
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety role within construction or building services
* MEP experience would be highly advantageous
* Data centre experience preferred
* NEBOSH qualification (or willingness to undertake – training can be funded, with a two-year commitment)
* Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and site-based best practice
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a wider H&S team
* Additional Information
The position supports an ongoing data centre project with approximately two years remaining
Salary range: £40,000–£70,000, depending on experience
If you’re interested in this position, please reach out to Megan.Field@peoplegroup.com