Job summary
We're working with an established client who are looking to develop and grow their sub-contract business based in the Midlands and they are keen to hire a Health, Safety and Assurance Manager to join
Key skills required for this role
Health & Safety, Assurance, Compliance, Rail, Construction
Important
Permanent, Health & Safety, Rail, Construction
Job description
Health & Safety Manager - Rail Sector
Midlands-Based | Permanent Position | Competitive Salary
Are you a Health & Safety professional with a solid rail background and a passion for building strong safety cultures? This is your opportunity to join a well-established company as it expands into the sub-contract market-focusing on rail, highways, and construction.
We're seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead the development and implementation of a robust H&S programme. This is a pivotal role with the opportunity to shape the department, mentor junior team members, and make a genuine impact from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
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Champion a Safety First culture across all levels of the business
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Advise and support senior management and site teams on all aspects of Health & Safety
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Manage and maintain RISQS compliance, including attaining new product codes
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Analyse H&S data from site activities, identify trends, and implement improvements
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Lead on-site presence to ensure H&S best practices are followed
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Develop and carry out a structured programme of site visits and audits
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Mentor and develop junior H&S staff
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Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
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Share learnings from incidents/accidents with all stakeholders
What We're Looking For:
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Proven experience in a site-based Health & Safety Advisor/Manager role, ideally within the rail sector
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A "can do" attitude and the drive to embed safety into every level of the business
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NEBOSH-qualified and hold Sentinel competencies
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Strong decision-making skills and attention to detail
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Confident communicator with the ability to influence colleagues, clients, and external partners
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Self-motivated and capable of working independently
What's on Offer:
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A competitive salary, reflective of your experience
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A genuine opportunity to shape and grow the H&S function
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Supportive team culture within a growing business
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