We’re supporting a top-tier principal contractor in their search for an experienced and driven Health & Safety Manager to lead Health, Safety and Environmental performance across their Southern Business Unit. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is passionate about cultural change, and enjoys shaping strategy at a senior level.
This hybrid strategic-focused position will operate on a weekly split of 2 days in the office (Near Guildford), 2 days supporting live projects across the south from an operational standpoint and 1 day from home. With a proven track record of development and internal progression within a growing business unit, this role offers unparalleled stability and security.
Health & Safety Manager - £65,000 to £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Package - Construction – South of England (Excluding London) – ID: 806983
What's in it for you?
- Salary of up to £75,000
- Company car (Hybrid and Electric options) or £6,000 Car allowance + Mileage
- 28 days plus Bank Holiday.
- Attractive Pension Scheme up to 14% pension
- Private Medical Insurance
- Enhanced Paternity, Maternity and Parental Leave
- Plus Additional Benefits.
The Opportunity
You’ll work closely with the Head of HSE, MD of the region, and senior stakeholders to:
- Deliver and embed HSE strategy across live and pre-construction projects
- Lead and coach a small team, including a Regional HSE Advisor
- Drive engagement and improvement across multiple framework projects.
- Play an active role in leadership forums, board meetings, and business-wideInitiatives
- Cover projects primarily across the South (no London travel) with a mix of site, office and home-based work
- Managing and developing a regional HSE advisor and operational teams
- Translating group-wide strategy into practical, measurable actions
- Leading on cultural change programmes
- Supporting bids, pre-construction, and client engagement from an HSE lens
- Driving quality incident investigations and actionable insights
- Reporting on key HSE metrics and trends for the region
- Minimum 5 years in a senior HSE role, ideally in building construction
- Experience operating or reporting into a senior leadership team
- Strong strategic delivery and performance management
- Track record of embedding cultural change and communicating across all levels of an organisation
- Experience in operating in pre-construction through to completion
- Previous line management experience (mentoring/coaching is a big plus)
- NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ Level 6 Equivalent or working towards
- Why Join?
- Be part of a secure and financially strong group with £900m+ turnover in the division
- Play a key role in a growing business unit with 12 live projects and more in pre-construction
Interested in finding out more?
Apply today!