STRABAG UK are seeking an ambitious Health & Safety Manager to help deliver our contract for the Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) at SEGRO Logistics Park Radlett.
* Health and Safety Degree or Diploma - or equivalent UK experience with UK HSW qualification relevant to construction
* Proven experience in construction Principal contractor role with experience of self‑delivery and supply chain management incl. civil works
* Chartered Member of IOSH or working towards
* Accident Investigation training.
* Strong knowledge of applicable UK regulatory and industry standards.
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Strong communication, data analytics and presentation skills.
* Experience/knowledge and interest in HSW technology, digitalisation and AI implementation and development.
* Experience with earthworks and highways works.
* Leadership and Management Training.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead Health, Safety and Wellbeing within a high‑performing project team in the growing Build Sub‑Division. The HSW Manager will take overall responsibility for driving a strong HSW culture and performance across the project, based at Radlett, supporting a diverse portfolio of works including self‑delivery, civils, earthworks and roadworks. Seeking a self‑driven, impact‑focused individual with strong project team leadership and management skills.
Project Overview
* Located at the former Radlett Aerodrome site in Hertfordshire, SEGRO Logistics Park Radlett will deliver a state‑of‑the‑art rail freight terminal complete with extensive distribution warehouses and over 600 acres of enhanced green space.
* The development aims to shift freight transportation from road to rail, significantly reducing carbon emissions and road congestion.
* Construction is anticipated to take place over the next three years.
* The scheme also promises numerous community and environmental benefits, including biodiversity net gain, employment and training opportunities, and integrated transport improvements.
Requirements
* Lead the delivery of a high‑performing Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture across the project, including embedding the STRABAG Better Together programme.
* Provide strategic HSW leadership, advice, and guidance to operational and management teams and supply chain partners.
* Take ownership of HSW input into the planning and delivery of works, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and effectively controlled.
* Oversee the development, review and implementation of Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), including RAMS, ensuring they are suitable, sufficient and consistently applied.
* Drive the reduction of risk through effective planning, design influence and implementation of robust control measures.
* Lead and ensure implementation of site monitoring activities including inspections, audits and assurance, ensuring clear reporting and timely close‑out of actions.
* Establish and oversee assurance programmes, supporting delivery teams in effective implementation.
* Lead and support incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis is robust and that corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented.
* Oversee the development of HSW communications including toolbox talks, briefings, campaigns and investigation reports.
* Ensure effective management and governance of HSW data, driving accurate and timely reporting of performance metrics and qualitative feedback.
* Analyse data trends to identify risks, opportunities and areas for continuous improvement, informing strategic decision‑making.
* Engage with workforce, supervision and leadership teams to promote a positive HSW culture and visible leadership.
* Challenge unsafe behaviours and support a just and learning culture across the project.
* Lead and support the delivery of HSW briefings including occupational health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, influencing and driving high standards of performance.
* Collaborate across the HSW function and wider organisation to share learning and embed best practice.
* Escalate significant HSW risks and issues to senior management, providing clear recommendations and solutions.
* Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HSW systems, procedures, and standards across the business.
* Ensure the competence and development of the HSW team, including mentoring and coaching of advisors.
* Maintain professional competence, including relevant qualifications and professional membership.
* Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK projects.
* Collaborative and innovative working environment.
* Professional development and career progression.
* Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension and 25 days holiday.
* We stand for respect, partnership and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation.
* With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.
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