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
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