Principal People are recruiting for an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join a growing heavy lift and logistics business operating across major infrastructure, defence, energy and nuclear projects.
This is a strategic, predominantly office-based role either in Bristol or Mansfield, reporting into the QHSE Director, with responsibility for leading and developing the HSE function across the group .
You will provide governance, oversight and clear direction to senior leadership while supporting operational teams across multiple high-profile UK and international projects.
What’s in it for you?
Salary up to £70,000
Company Van + Mileage
25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
10% Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance and Income Protection
Access to internal promotion and education schemes
What you will be doing:
Lead and manage the HSE function across the group
Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation and internal systems
Develop and implement the company HSE management system in collaboration with the Quality function
Report HSE performance, trends and compliance to the SLT
Develop robust measurement and reporting systems to drive continuous improvement
Support site teams through guidance, coaching and practical solutions to HSE challenges
Work closely with senior leadership to embed a strong, proactive safety culture
Oversee two HSE Supervisors operating across major project sites
Conduct audits, inspections, investigations and training as required
The successful candidate will hold:
NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum
Experience within heavy civil engineering, infrastructure, defence, energy, nuclear, marine or utilities sectors
Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and compliance requirements
Experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving behavioural safety improvements
The ability to operate both strategically and operationally, supporting office and site teams as required
If you are looking to step into a strategic HSE leadership role within a business that is expanding into new sectors and securing high-value contracts, this could be the next step in your career. Apply Today