Health and Safety Manager

Location: Greater London

A well-established London based main contractor is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their growing team, overseeing multiple construction projects across Central London.

The business operates as a main contractor delivering a range of residential and commercial construction projects including new build developments, refurbishments, and building improvement works. The company provides a full project lifecycle service from pre-construction and design coordination through to delivery and handover, working closely with developers, consultants and supply chain partners.

Due to continued project growth, they are now looking to appoint a proactive Health & Safety Manager to ensure best practice, regulatory compliance and a strong safety culture across their sites.

This role will suit someone who is passionate about improving safety standards and confident working closely with site teams, subcontractors and senior management.

Responsibilities

* Lead the implementation and development of the company’s health and safety management systems across multiple construction projects

* Ensure full compliance with UK construction health and safety legislation and industry best practice

* Carry out site inspections, audits and safety reviews across projects in Central London

* Produce and review risk assessments, method statements and construction phase plans

* Investigate incidents and near misses, implementing preventative measures

* Work closely with project managers and site teams to drive a positive safety culture

* Deliver toolbox talks and health & safety training where required

* Liaise with clients, consultants and regulatory bodies during audits and inspections

* Support pre-construction teams with safety planning and risk mitigation

Requirements

* Proven experience working as a Health & Safety Manager within the construction sector

* Experience working with main contractors on residential, commercial or mixed-use developments

* Strong understanding of UK construction regulations and CDM requirements

* NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification

* Membership of IOSH (or working towards)

* Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence site teams

Desirable

* Experience overseeing multiple London based construction projects

* Knowledge of ISO management systems such as ISO 45001

* Previous experience working on refurbishment or new build developments

Salary & Package

* Competitive salary depending on experience

* Company benefits package

* Opportunity to join a growing contractor with a strong pipeline of London projects

About the Company

The contractor is a growing London construction business delivering projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors. They are known for working closely with clients from early design stages through to final delivery, ensuring quality, cost certainty and efficient programme management across every project