Health & Safety Manager

Location:

Birmingham & surrounding areas on various construction sites

Sector:
Demolition / Construction

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) Manager to take ownership of HSEQ performance across multiple construction projects and business operations. This is a key leadership role, working closely with project teams and senior management to ensure compliance, drive best practice, and promote a strong HSEQ culture.

The role is based in the Birmingham office with regular site visits across the region.

• Lead, implement, and continuously improve HSEQ strategies and management systems
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, industry standards, and internal procedures
• Develop, review, and manage policies, procedures, RAMS, and risk assessments
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Deliver training, briefings, and coaching to site and office-based teams
• Support project teams with practical, solutions-focused HSEQ advice
• Promote behavioural safety and quality awareness at all levels
• Prepare HSEQ reports, KPIs, and performance data for senior management
• Drive continual improvement initiatives across health, safety, environment, and quality

You will be a confident and proactive HSEQ professional with experience within construction or a related sector, capable of operating both strategically and hands‑on.

• Strong working knowledge of HSEQ legislation and best practice
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and investigations
• Ability to engage, influence, and communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
• Experience with in industrial, commercial, or main contracting environments

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to influence and shape HSEQ standards across the business
• Ongoing professional development

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation