Health And Safety Manager construction)

Job Specification: Health Safety Manager Construction)

Location: West Midlands, UK
Salary: £6, per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Company Overview

We are a leading construction organisation operating across commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects throughout the West Midlands. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and wellbeing across all sites. We are seeking an experienced Health Safety Manager to lead and continuously improve our HS culture and compliance.

Purpose of the Role

The Health Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring health, safety, and environmental HSE) policies and procedures across multiple construction sites. The role ensures full compliance with UK legislation, industry standards, and company policies, while promoting a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead, develop, and implement the companys Health Safety strategy across construction projects.

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Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and other relevant legislation.

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Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.

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Provide expert advice and guidance to site teams, subcontractors, and senior management.

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Deliver and coordinate HS training, inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness programmes.

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Maintain accurate records and documentation, including RAMS, accident logs, and inspection reports.

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Liaise with external bodies including HSE, local authorities, and regulatory inspectors.

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Drive continuous improvement in HS performance and support the development of a positive safety culture.

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Monitor performance metrics and prepare reports for leadership and project teams.

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Ensure all contractors and subcontractors meet the organisations HS requirements.

Essential Skills Experience

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Proven experience as a Health Safety Manager or Senior HS Advisor within the construction industry.

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Strong knowledge of UK Health Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.

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Experience across multi-site construction environments.

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Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills.

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Strong report-writing, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

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Confident in managing and resolving HS issues on active construction sites.

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Able to work both independently and collaboratively with site and project teams.

Qualifications

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NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health Safety or working towards).

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NEBOSH Construction Certificate minimum essential).

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IOSH Chartered CMIOSH) or working towards chartership desirable).

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CSCS card Manager or Professionally Qualified Person).

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First Aid at Work certification desirable).

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Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

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£6, annual salary

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Company vehicle or car allowance

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Professional development and training support

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Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation