Health & Safety Manager

Build Recruitment
Health & Safety Manager – National Role
Full-time Permanent Midlands preferred
Build Recruitment is working with a leading national construction business to recruit a Health & Safety Manager. This is a key role, responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant and environmentally responsible delivery of operations across multiple sites. It’s a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to influence culture, raise standards and champion best practice at a national level.
The Role
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will:
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Lead on health, safety and environmental compliance in line with UK legislation and company standards.
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Carry out inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
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Support teams with safety documentation, risk management and environmental plans.
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Investigate incidents and near misses, producing clear reports and corrective actions.
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Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and training to embed a positive safety culture.
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Act as the main point of contact with regulatory bodies.
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Promote sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction, pollution prevention and carbon reduction.
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Provide strategic advice and guidance to leadership and project teams.
About You
We’re looking for a proactive and influential Health & Safety professional with:
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NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and a construction or industry-specific safety qualification.
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Chartered or Practitioner IOSH membership (or working towards).
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Significant experience managing HSE compliance across multiple sites or projects – specifically with External Wall Insulation.
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Strong knowledge of UK H&S and environmental legislation.
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Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence behaviours.
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Flexibility to travel nationally, with preference for candidates based in the Midlands.
Desirable (but not essential):
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Environmental management qualification (IEMA / NEBOSH Environmental).
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ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor training.
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SMSTS, Temporary Works training or additional specialist HSE qualifications.
What’s on Offer for the Health & Safety Manager
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National role with the chance to make a real impact.
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Professional development and ongoing training.
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Supportive and collaborative working environment.
If this role would be of interest, please get in touch with Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.