Senior Health and Safety Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior Health & Safety Manager to lead and develop the health, safety-and compliance function for a growing M&E contractor. This is a primarily office-based (Central London)-strategic leadership role focused on supporting mechanical and electrical projects across London and surrounding areas.

You will work closely with directors, project teams, engineersand clients to drive a strong safety culture, improve systems and processes-and ensure all operations are delivered in line with legal, client, and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement the company Health & Safety strategy across all M&E operations
• Promote a proactive safety culture across office, site and engineering teams
• Provide expert advice to directors, project managers-and supervisors
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and drive best practice standards

Compliance & Governance

• Oversee policies, procedures, and management systems
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation, CDM regulations and ISO standards
• Carry out audits, inspections-and management reviews across sites and offices
• Lead investigations into incidents, near misses and non-conformances
• Ensure RAMS, permits and site safety documentation meet required standards

Operational Support

• Support project teams on live mechanical and electrical installations and-maintenance
• Advise on contractor management, high-risk works and safe systems of work
• Assist with client audits, tender submissions and accreditations

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior Health & Safety role within M&E, construction or building services
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical project risks and controls
• NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ Level 6 or equivalent
• Chartered IOSH status (preferred)
• Excellent understanding of UK H&S legislation and CDM regulations
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Able to influence teams at all levels of the business
• Strong reporting, audit and problem-solving skills