Health and Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager - Manchester

Project: Various projects across multiple sectors including residential, commercial and leisure
Location: Manchester, North West
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Managing Director

About the Company

A North West-based principal contractor renowned for delivering cost-effective, high-quality construction projects. They operate across a broad spectrum of sectors, including Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Retail, providing services that encompass the full project lifecycle from initial design and planning through to construction and completion. With a strong track record of successfully completed projects and commitment to exceeding expectations, they focus on achieving exceptional client satisfaction and approval.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager, initially based at the Manchester Head Office, to lead and uphold health, safety, and welfare standards across a portfolio of residential, commercial, and leisure projects. The role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation and industry standards. You will also liaise with senior management to report on performance, manage documentation, and support projects in operating safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all health and safety requirements.

What We''re Looking For

Qualifications:

• First Aid
• CSCS Card
• Health & Safety Related Qualification and/or Membership

Experience:

• Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working in a similar position for a leading contractor or subcontractor
• Proven track record of working in a Health & Safety position on projects across various sectors with values up to -20m

Key Skills:

• IT Skills
• Thorough attention to detail
• Quality & Risk management
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Significant policy development and implementation skills
• Strong ability to lead and manage health and safety teams
• Thorough understanding of construction laws and regulations
• Effective and efficient communication skills; verbal and written
• Competent in developing emergency response plans and procedures
• Extensive understanding of relevant health and safety regulations and laws

Key Responsibilities

• Implement proactive strategies to manage hazards and reduce potential risks
• Report on health and safety performance to senior management on an ongoing basis
• Provide regular updates and maintain clear communication with the Managing Director
• Create and deliver tailored health and safety training programs to suit all employee roles
• Maintain thorough, up-to-date knowledge of health and safety laws and compliance standards
• Keep comprehensive documentation of incidents, safety inspections, and regulatory compliance
• Conduct health and safety training to ensure staff awareness of procedures and legal obligations
• Oversee budgeting for health and safety initiatives to optimise resource allocation and control costs
• Carry out internal audits to assess alignment of workplace practices with health and safety standards
• Implement and manage routine inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements
• Regularly evaluate and update risk assessments and control measures to ensure they remain effective
• Coordinate the sharing of essential health and safety updates to ensure understanding and adherence
• Oversee the successful implementation of policies and ensure they are embedded into daily operations
• Design and execute comprehensive emergency response plans, encompassing evacuation procedures, First Aid protocols, and routine drills
• Establish robust health and safety policies that align with legal obligations and are tailored to the organisation''s particular needs
• Consistently evaluating and updating health and safety programs to address emerging risks and enhance workplace safety
• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments to anticipate potential hazards, ensuring preventive actions are in place to protect staff and operations
• Encourage and apply sustainable health and safety initiatives to uphold long-term compliance and safety standards

Contact Details:

Contact: James Shorte (Associate Director) or Thomas Robertshaw (Resourcer) at Caval - (phone number removed)