Health And Safety Manager

Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager Opportunity

Location: Derby (with regional travel)

Contract: FTC 18 months, with potential for permanency

Salary:  £50,000 - £55,000

Benefits: Tax-efficient company car or car allowance, Company Pension Scheme, Health Benefits, and Flexible Working

Introduction:

D7 Recruitment is thrilled to partner with a leading UK construction group, ranked within the top 20, to search for a dedicated Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager. Our client, a family-owned firm known for its commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, operates across diverse projects in the commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and educational sectors, employing thousands of employees and subcontractors. This is an unparalleled opportunity to join a company that values its heritage while driving forward with modern construction methods and a firm commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Your Role:

In this vital position, you will join a small, dynamic team of health & safety professionals, embodying the company's ethos of sensible safety and striving for excellence in every project undertaken. Reporting directly to the Group Health & Safety Director and regional operations directors, you will have a significant degree of autonomy, spearheading health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and well-being throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with various internal teams to reinforce health, safety, and wellbeing protocols.


• Lead support in the pre-qualification, bidding, and planning processes.


• Conduct thorough investigations into accidents and incidents, alongside developing and delivering in-house training.


• Perform safety inspections and audits in alignment with ISO 45001, 9001, and 14001 standards.


• Engage effectively with clients, subcontractors, and staff at all levels to promote a culture of safety and well-being.

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

• Chartered Member of IOSH or working towards it, with a minimum qualification of NEBOSH/NVQ 4 or higher.


• A full driving licence, as the role involves national travel.


• Solid experience in construction, demolition, civil engineering, with a practical and solutions-based approach.

Desirable:

• Advanced qualifications such as NEBOSH/FPA Fire Risk Assessor, SMSTS, and familiarity with digital health and safety solutions.


• Knowledge of environmental legislation, the Considerate Constructors Scheme, and various construction methodologies.

Why Join them?

This position offers the chance to make a substantial impact within a leading construction firm, supported by a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Our client is committed to fostering a culture of safety and excellence, providing a unique opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Take the Next Step:

If you are passionate about advancing safety in the construction industry and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.