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VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure, and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation’s life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial, and educational buildings.
We are looking for a passionate and driven individual with experience in Rail projects to join as a Health & Safety Manager as part of the Southern Renewals Enterprise.
The project will span 5+5 years across multiple schemes on Network Rail’s Southern Route (Kent, Sussex & Wessex).
Reporting to a Senior Health & Safety Manager, you will manage the delivery of multiple projects primarily across the Sussex route, with occasional requirements across all locations.
About You
* NVQ Level 6 in Health & Safety
* PTS
* CSCS
* CMIOSH or working towards chartership
* Experience in Health & Safety within a Rail environment
* Qualified internal health & safety auditor with experience in internal audits
* Lead Auditor status is beneficial but not essential
* Knowledge of current and upcoming health & safety legislation
* Good presentation, written, analytical, and IT skills
* Experience in training and presenting at all organizational levels
* Strong interpersonal skills to guide and educate/train others
* Self-confidence to establish strong internal and external relationships
If your experience doesn’t match every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerFitzpatrick is part of VolkerWessels UK, a multidisciplinary contractor delivering innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airports, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
We leverage the expertise of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK to provide unrivaled resources and skills to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognizing the value of our employees.
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary
* Generous annual leave plus an extra day off for your birthday
* Private medical care
* Pension scheme
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping, restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Support for mental health, physical health, and financial wellbeing
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
We believe in fairness, inclusion, and respect. Our teams can be themselves and thrive regardless of their background.
If you need support with your application, contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk.
Additional Information
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly. Please refrain from sending speculative CVs; all inquiries should be directed to our email above. No fees apply for speculative submissions.
Maintaining healthy, safe, and productive working conditions is a priority. A drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Civil Engineering and Construction
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