Job Details

Health & Safety Manager

Job Description

Location: North East / Yorkshire
Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced H&S Manager to join an established and growing construction business operating across the North of England.

The role will provide hands-on health and safety support across civil engineering, infrastructure and utilities projects, working closely with site teams, project managers, subcontractors and senior management.

The business delivers a broad range of civil engineering works including groundworks, earthworks, drainage, foundations, roads and sewers, utilities, remediation and infrastructure projects.

The Role

  • Provide day-to-day H&S leadership across multiple construction projects.
  • Carry out site inspections, audits and investigations.
  • Review and monitor RAMS, CPPs and other H&S documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with CDM and current UK H&S legislation.
  • Work closely with site management and subcontractors to maintain high standards.
  • Support risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
  • Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and H&S training.
  • Monitor and improve site safety performance and reporting.
  • Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.
  • Promote a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the business.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
  • Provide practical H&S advice across civils and infrastructure projects.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in a construction/civil engineering H&S role.
  • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
  • Strong knowledge of CDM, RAMS and construction-site safety.
  • Experience working with subcontractors and site management teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A practical, hands-on approach to health and safety.
  • The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • A full UK driving licence.