Health and Safety Manager

Overview

Health and Safety Manager – Permanent. Location: Colnbrook (near Heathrow). Hours: Full time (42.5 hours per week). Salary: £45,000 - £48,000.Responsibilities

Act as the primary Health and Safety lead for Infrastructure Logistics, reporting directly to the HLI Director.Support the development and execution of the Logistics Strategy, embedding safety objectives and driving a culture of continuous improvement.Develop, audit, and implement safe systems of work across all logistics functions (welfare, workforce, vehicles, space, freight, deliveries).Lead investigations into incidents/accidents, ensuring robust root cause analysis and preventative actions.Identify and analyse safety trends across logistics to inform risk mitigation and operational planning.Champion and deliver campaigns, communications, and engagement initiatives to promote a positive safety culture across the logistics community.Act as the key interface with Heathrow’s HandS representatives, Delivery Partners, and client stakeholders on logistics safety.Participate in HAL safety forums, JSG workstreams, and airside safety groups.Provide regular, transparent reporting on safety performance, risks, and improvements.Establish clear safety KPIs for logistics, aligned with both WJ and client requirements.Deliver safety training, inductions, and awareness sessions relevant to logistics operations.Carry out any other reasonable requests as required by your Line Manager or the Customer.Why Join Us

Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks.Lifestyle Benefits – mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.Learning and Development – progression opportunities, eLearning courses, on-site training, apprenticeships, and in-house training.Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance, mental health support, and access to an Online GP for you and dependents.Financial support and discounts on hundreds of retail sites.Progression opportunities – many team members advance to senior and site management roles.A welcoming, respectful team culture.Cycle to Work scheme.What We Are Looking For

Extensive experience in the construction or infrastructure sector with a strong understanding of aviation/airport safety.Proven track record in developing and governing health and safety systems, HSE and CDM compliance.Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including clients, delivery partners, and internal teams.Essential

NEBOSH General Certificate or Construction Certificate.IOSH Membership (Active CPD Record).Desirable

Full UK Driving Licence.Trainer/Assessor (Level 3) certificate.CSCS Card.Interested? Apply now

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications.Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position; each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James’ commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, visit https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability.Wilson James has been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites in the UK, we deliver tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. Joining Wilson James offers a dynamic workplace with diverse, vibrant clients.Location

HLI Colnbrook Logistics Centre, Colnbrook Bypass, Slough, Berkshire, UK, SL3 ..... full job details .....