Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and manage all health, safety, and wellbeing activities on a major nuclear and civils infrastructure project based in Whitehaven. The role is critical to ensuring full compliance with nuclear site standards, UK legislation, and client‑specific safety requirements.
The Health & Safety Manager will provide competent professional advice, visible leadership, and assurance across all site activities, working closely with project leadership, construction teams, subcontractors, and the client to promote a strong safety culture in a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Leadership
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the project Health & Safety Management System
Act as the senior competent health & safety advisor to the Project Director and senior management team
Promote visible safety leadership and a positive, proactive safety culture across the project
Compliance & Assurance
Ensure full compliance with UK health & safety legislation, CDM Regulations, nuclear site licence conditions, and client standards
Plan, manage, and deliver site inspections, audits, and assurance activities
Lead accident, incident, and near‑miss investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented
Prepare and present health & safety performance reports, statistics, and trend analysis to senior stakeholders
Site & Construction Safety
Oversee the review, approval, and monitoring of RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and task‑specific safety documentation
Ensure effective control of high‑risk activities including heavy civils works, lifting operations, temporary works, and contractor interfaces
Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project and nuclear safety requirements
Support and challenge construction teams to ensure safe systems of work are embedded on site
Training, Engagement & Improvement
Develop and maintain the project health & safety training matrix
Ensure site inductions, toolbox talks, briefings, and safety campaigns are delivered effectively
Support workforce engagement and behavioural safety initiatives
Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice sharing
Stakeholder & Client Interface
Act as the primary health & safety interface with the client, regulators, and external stakeholders
Support audits, inspections, and reviews by client representatives and regulatory bodies
Work collaboratively with logistics, security, quality, and environmental teams to ensure integrated compliance
Skills & Experience
Essential
Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager on major construction, civils, or infrastructure projects
Experience working in highly regulated or safety‑critical environments (nuclear, energy, major infrastructure, or similar)
Strong working knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and CDM Regulations
Demonstrable experience leading site audits, inspections, and incident investigations
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to work confidently in a complex, multi‑contractor environment
Eligible for UK security clearance
Desirable
Previous experience on nuclear‑licensed sites or nuclear‑related projects
Experience interfacing directly with clients and regulators
Familiarity with behavioural safety and continuous improvement programmes
Qualifications
Essential
NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
Chartered or working towards CMIOSH (or equivalent professional status)
Desirable
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
SMSTS / SSSTS
Lead Auditor qualification
Personal Attributes
Professional, credible, and confident at senior level
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Proactive, resilient, and able to challenge constructively
Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance