Health & Safety Manager – Construction

Architecture, Building, Construction and Planning
January 12, 2024

Job Description


Job title: Health & Safety Manager – Construction

Company: Approach Personnel

Job description: Our client, a multi-disciplinary construction company, requires an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their business – an exciting opportunity for the correct candidate to join an ever-growing company.

Duties include:

  • Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation
  • Preparing site RAMS.
  • Site Visits nationwide as and when required.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
  • Create and maintain incident reporting systems, investigate accidents, and provide recommendations for preventing future occurrences.
  • Manage and oversee safety training for all sub-contractors ensuring they have the correct accreditations to work on site.
  • Stay up to date with UK health and safety standards and ensure staff compliance.
  • Develop and maintain emergency response plans and conduct drills to ensure a prompt and effective response to emergencies.
  • Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and certification bodies to maintain and renew necessary accreditations, such as Constructionline ISO 45001 & 9001.
  • Develop, update, and communicate safety policies and procedures to ensure all employees / sub-contractors understand and follow safety guidelines.
  • Investigate and report on all incidents, accidents, and near misses, and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
  • Maintain accurate records of all safety-related activities, incidents, inspections, and training programs.

Essential skills:

  • At least 5 years Health and Safety experience in the construction industry.
  • NEBOSH Certification.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislations and regulations.
  • Very strong communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT.
  • Full UK driving license.

Expected salary: £45000 per year

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Job date: Thu, 04 Jan 2024 23:59:26 GMT

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