Health & Safety Manager

My Wolverhampton based M&E Contractors are expanding due to growth.  They’re looking to recruit a Health & Safety Manager wish solid experience in Social Housing and a background in Construction.  If you have worked for a Tier 1 contractor this would be advantageous.

Duties include:-

• Carrying out regular site inspections, identifying hazards, and implementing improved processes using in-house IT systems.
• Responsible for ensuring the company remain fully compliant with the range of accreditations and certifications we are authorised to operate under. This includes making sure all practices, documentation, and site activity meet the required standards at all times
• Ensuring audit-ready across the board at all times completing necessary audits and reports.
• Strong IT skills are essential to be able to work with technology to improve processes and reporting.
• Experience with CDM Regulations, RAMS, incident investigation and developing site-based safety culture will be key, creating a working safely atmosphere.

Key Skills:-

• Essential you have worked as a Health & Safety Manager previously within M&E / Construction.
• Must be hands on, practical, and solution focused, someone who can not only complete gap analyses but also take full ownership of implementing the necessary improvements
• Need to be firm but approachable, able to lead by example, communicate effectively across teams, and have a proactive mindset when it comes to driving continuous improvement.
• The successful candidate must have a NEBOSH General Certificate and SMSTS (or equivalent), and a construction background that includes experience in tenanted properties.
• You need to be comfortable dealing with on-site tradespeople, contracts managers, and clients, while maintaining strong attention to detail and compliance with health and safety legislation.
• While NEBOSH and SMSTS are essential, they are open to offering additional training for the right candidate who shows the right attitude and adaptability.
• A driving licence is essential, as the role will involve travel to various sites.