Senior Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager

An established and growing construction and housebuilding group is seeking an experienced Senior Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to join their team.

This is a key role supporting the HSE Director in driving continual improvement across health, safety, environmental, and quality systems, ensuring compliance and fostering a strong culture of safety throughout the business.

You will be responsible for carrying out site audits, inspections, and investigations, supporting ISO accreditation, and influencing behaviours across multiple projects and offices in the South East (predominantly Kent).

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £74,000
• £5,000 car allowance
• Private healthcare 
• Company pension
• 2x salary life assurance
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Perkbox employee benefits platform

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly scored audits, periodic inspections, and incident investigations across live construction sites, offices, and yards
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss reporting, ensuring findings are recorded and acted upon
• Support the development and improvement of management systems, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, including internal audits
• Represent the business at client and regulatory meetings, pre-start reviews, and director tours
• Support board-level reporting and contribute to the company’s ESG strategy and overall business objectives
• Promote and embed a positive health, safety, and environmental culture across the organisation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry best practice through CPD

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a health & safety role within construction, civil engineering, or housebuilding
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent) – essential
• CSCS Card – essential
• Proven track record in audits, investigations, and safety culture improvement
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards
• Confident communicator with excellent presentation skills
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Desirable

• Chartered or working towards IOSH / IEMA membership
• Experience with integrated management systems and policy development
• Strong relationship management skills with clients, regulators, and internal teams

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and experienced HSE professional to join a respected construction group, working on varied projects with the chance to make a significant impact.