Health & Safety Manager | Main Contractor | Central London

SSA Recruitment

About the Role

Our client is a well-established construction contractor delivering a range of projects across the commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and manage health and safety across multiple construction projects.

This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with UK health and safety legislation, promoting a strong safety culture across the business, and supporting project teams to deliver work safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s health and safety management systems.

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Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation and industry best practice.

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Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments across multiple construction projects.

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Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

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Provide guidance and support to project managers, site managers, and operational teams on health and safety matters.

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Develop and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

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Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training sessions.

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Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure safe working practices are maintained.

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Produce health and safety reports and support senior management in driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

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

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Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and construction regulations.

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NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification (preferred).

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Experience managing health and safety across multiple construction sites.

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Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Desirable

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Membership of a professional body such as Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (GradIOSH / CMIOSH).

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Experience within main contracting, civil engineering, or groundworks.

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Knowledge of ISO management systems such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001.

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary and benefits package

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Opportunity to work on major construction projects

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Career progression within a growing organisation

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Supportive and collaborative working environment