Health & Safety Manager – Major Works Project (Friston, IP17)
We are currently seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a major works project based in Friston (IP17). This is a key on-site role requiring a proactive and confident professional with a strong track record in delivering health and safety excellence on large-scale projects.
Location: Friston, IP17
Working Pattern: 5 days per week on site
Duration: Minimum 4 months
Project Type: Major works / large-scale infrastructure or construction
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage all health & safety activities across the project
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Ensure full compliance with current health & safety legislation and best practices
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Develop, implement, and monitor H&S policies, procedures, and risk assessments
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Conduct site inspections, audits, and incident investigations
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Act as the main point of contact for all H&S matters on site
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Provide expert guidance and support to project teams and subcontractors
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Deliver training, briefings, and toolbox talks where required
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Manage reporting and documentation to a high standard
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Responsible for assisting to develop a positive health & safety culture focused on accident prevention and improving the wellbeing of all personnel on site
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Initiate and maintain proactive measures to raise standards, ensuring compliance with OHSAS 18001 obligations, health & safety legislation, and all Minimum Safety Standards (MSS)
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Support the monitoring of sites through a structured audit process, identifying and addressing issues in a timely and effective manner
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Ensure thorough investigations of accidents and incidents are carried out, with clear identification of root causes
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Promote effective learning from all events and report findings to the Senior Health & Safety Manager for wider business communication
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager on major works / large-scale projects
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Strong understanding of UK health & safety legislation
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Demonstrable experience in client and stakeholder management from a health & safety perspective
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Excellent communication and leadership skills
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Relevant qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent)
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Ability to work collaboratively while maintaining high safety standards
Ideal Candidate:
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Confident and assertive with a hands-on approach
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Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
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Experienced in working in fast-paced, high-value project environments
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Committed to driving a positive safety culture on site
This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile project, ensuring the highest standards of health and safety are maintained throughout.
Apply now to be considered for this immediate requirement