HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

Construction | Permanent Opportunity

Location: Preston

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working on behalf of a well-established construction company to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety professional to take ownership of health and safety standards across construction projects, ensuring compliance, promoting best practice and driving a positive safety culture throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain Health & Safety policies, procedures and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and industry regulations.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor and review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Advise and support site management teams on all Health & Safety matters.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and training where required.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and site safety performance.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and external regulatory bodies.
• Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety-first culture.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager or similar role within the construction industry.
• NEBOSH National General Certificate as a minimum (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent desirable).
• Membership of IOSH (GradIOSH or CMIOSH desirable).
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations 2015.
• Experience undertaking construction site inspections and audits.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confident working with senior management, site teams and subcontractors.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to influence and drive positive change.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing construction business.
• A varied and autonomous role.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on health and safety standards across the business.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced construction Health & Safety professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.