Health and Safety Manager - Construction / Civil Infrastructure
Jacobs Wokingham, England, United Kingdom
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At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your Impact
* Work at the heart of one of the UK’s most impressive infrastructure programmes.
* Directly influence the health, safety and wellbeing culture across major civil engineering projects, including HS2.
* Embed our ‘Safe at Heart’ ethos, ensuring that safety is a core value, not just a priority.
* Be visible and proactive on site, building strong relationships with contractors to address issues and drive improvements.
* Confidently call out unsafe behaviours or conditions and provide guidance and support throughout the project.
* Lead proactive engagement and collaboration across all levels of the organisation, driving improvements and supporting a passionate safety team.
We Offer
* 💷 Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
* ⌚ Flexible work arrangements – hybrid, part‑time and flexible hours, patterns and locations.
* 🏖️ 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
* 👵 Robust pension contributions up to 10%.
* ⚕️ Comprehensive health coverage – single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add partner and family.
* 👶 Family planning support – access to fertility healthcare and family planning services.
* 👨👩👧👦 Enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programmes.
* 4️⃣ Life assurance at 4× your salary.
* ♿ Income protection for long‑term illness or injury.
* 😄 Wellbeing hub – free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn.
* 💼 Professional development – covering professional membership fees and CPD opportunities.
* 😇 Community engagement – charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
About the Opportunity
* Brand‑new position within a growing team, based in Birmingham or Milton Keynes.
* Client‑side work embedded within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) Joint Venture partnership.
* Standalone role with the potential to double the team size and offer exciting career development.
* Report to a senior management team that values boots‑on‑ground experience and proactive engagement.
* Spend ~three days a week on‑site, working with civils contractors to coach teams, influence behaviours, identify risks, support investigations and ensure compliance.
* Scope includes lifting operations, plant safety, occupational health and security assurance.
* Play a key role in promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across all activities.
Here’s what you’ll need
* Passion and a strong presence; self‑assured, collaborative and solutions‑focused.
* Proven experience in health and safety within major infrastructure or complex programmes.
* NEBOSH Construction certificate essential.
* Strong knowledge of occupational health, safety and security legislation.
* Ability to build positive relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
* Professional qualification in Health and Safety or equivalent experience.
* Experience with production and review of technical reports, including assurance and investigation reports.
* Comfortable working around plant and site operations.
* Logical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
* Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Personal Attributes
* Resilient and firm—able to re‑evaluate and influence effectively.
* Team player who thrives on collaboration and shared success.
* Willing to be hands‑on and visible on‑site.
* Passionate about making a real difference to safety culture.
Diversity & Inclusion
As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements for a role.
We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. Our hybrid working policy allows employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through Employee Networks and Communities of Practice.
For reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or further support, please contact the team via Careers Support.
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