Principal Consultant at Adecco UK, specialising in recruiting for the local job market in Romford and surrounding areas
Are you an experienced Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (HSW) professional ready to take on an exciting challenge? Our client is seeking a proactive and dynamic HSW Manager to lead health, safety, and wellbeing management on a major data centre fit-out project. If you thrive in high‑risk, technical environments and are passionate about promoting a culture of safety and wellbeing, we want to hear from you!
As the HSW Manager, you will:
* Lead the Charge: Develop and implement the HSW strategy for the project, ensuring compliance with legal, contractual, and client requirements.
* Set the Standards: Create and enforce project‑specific safety procedures tailored to the complexities of data centre fit‑outs.
* Collaborate and Communicate: Chair regular HSW meetings with project leadership, client stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure everyone is aligned.
* Stay Vigilant: Conduct frequent, high‑quality site inspections and audits, reporting findings and driving continuous improvement.
* Hold the Line: Monitor subcontractor performance against HSW standards, ensuring accountability for safe delivery.
* Investigate Incidents: Lead thorough investigations into accidents, incidents, and near‑misses, identifying root causes and embedding lessons learned.
* Champion Wellbeing: Foster a strong wellbeing focus on site, supporting initiatives that enhance worker welfare, fatigue management, and mental health awareness.
* Be Approachable: Provide visible and approachable HSW leadership on site, coaching and supporting managers and supervisors.
* Document and Report: Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and record‑keeping in line with systems and client requirements.
* Stay Updated: Keep abreast of evolving health and safety legislation and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
What We’re Looking For:
* Demonstrable experience as an HSW Manager or Senior HSW Advisor in complex construction environments.
* Direct experience in data centre projects or other technically demanding fit‑out environments.
* Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM regulations.
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels, from operatives to client directors.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and reporting skills.
* Experience managing multiple subcontractors and high‑risk activities concurrently.
* NEBOSH National Diploma (or NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate with significant relevant experience).
* Chartered or working towards Chartered Membership of IOSH (GradIOSH/CMIOSH).
Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity to make a significant impact on a high‑profile project while working within a collaborative and supportive environment. You will play a pivotal role in driving health, safety, and wellbeing standards, ensuring that everyone goes home safe and sound at the end of the day.
If you’re ready to step into this exciting role and lead the way in health, safety, and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a team that prioritises safety and wellbeing in everything we do.
Take the next step in your career and help us create a safer, healthier work environment. Your expertise can make all the difference!
Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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