Our client, a well‑established construction company based in Dunston area, is looking to recruit an experienced Health and Safety Manager.
As a Health & Safety Manager, you will lead the delivery of a proactive, business‑focused health and safety strategy across the organisation, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation while fostering a culture where safety, wellbeing, and operational excellence go hand in hand.
Reporting to the Quality and Systems Director, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving continuous improvement, managing risk effectively, and embedding best practice across all areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day management of Health & Safety across all operations, including risk assessments, method statements, site inspections, new site set‑up (H&S files), and thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and implement robust corrective actions.
- Own and continuously develop all Health & Safety policies and procedures, ensuring the business remains fully compliant and ahead of legislative changes.
- Take strategic responsibility for HSEQ performance, driving standards, developing practical guidance, and implementing initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and risk control.
- Produce clear, concise and impactful reports, procedures and guidance documentation to support informed decision‑making at all levels.
- Partner with operational and management teams to proactively identify risks, address areas of concern, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide expert, pragmatic advice to employees and contractors on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters.
- Support compliance with relevant legislation, client standards and contractual obligations, ensuring best practice is consistently applied.
- Contribute to the development, review and performance monitoring of the HSEQ Plan, including objectives, KPIs and measurable targets.
- Champion positive leadership in safety, promoting accountability and driving a culture of shared ownership throughout the organisation.
- Maintain and manage key industry accreditations (e.g. CHAS, Constructionline, Safe Contractor), ensuring ongoing compliance and successful renewals.
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, including the HSE and Environmental Agency.
- Develop and deliver engaging health & safety campaigns and communications, including a monthly H&S bulletin.
- Design and deliver internal training sessions to strengthen awareness, competence and compliance across the business.
Person Specification – Health & Safety Manager Qualifications (Essential)
- NEBOSH qualification
Experience & Skills (Essential)
- Significant HSEQ experience within a construction environment
- Proven experience operating across multiple sites
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- In‑depth knowledge of accredited management systems and ongoing compliance requirements
- Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward
Technical & Safety Competencies (Essential)
- Valid CSCS Card
- IOSH certification
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
- Temporary Works Co‑ordinator
- Safe Working at Height
- Lifting Operations Appointed Person
- BREEAM Training
- Train the Trainer – Risk Assessment
- Train the Trainer – Asbestos Awareness
- Train the Trainer – Manual Handling
- Train the Trainer – Abrasive Wheels Knowledge & Other Requirements (Essential)
Knowledge & Other Requirements (Essential)
- Strong understanding of current Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality legislation
- Commitment to maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards
- Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
- Flexible, proactive and solutions‑focused approach
Remuneration & Benefits
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience)
Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
25 days leave (in addition to public holidays), plus an additional birthday bonus
Company events, company pension, cycle to work scheme, free parking, on‑site parking, private medical insurance.
#J-18808-Ljbffr”, “datePosted”: “2026-05-06”, “hiringOrganization”: { “@type”: “Organization”, “name”: “Energy Jobline CVL”, “sameAs”: “https://uk.whatjobs.com/pub_api__cpl__424705688__4861?utm_campaign=publisher&utm_medium=api&utm_source=4861&geoID=328” }, “jobLocation”: { “@type”: “Place”, “address”: { “@type”: “PostalAddress”, “addressLocality”: “Newcastle upon Tyne” } } }Our client, a well‑established construction company based in Dunston area, is looking to recruit an experienced Health and Safety Manager.
As a Health & Safety Manager, you will lead the delivery of a proactive, business‑focused health and safety strategy across the organisation, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation while fostering a culture where safety, wellbeing, and operational excellence go hand in hand.
Reporting to the Quality and Systems Director, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving continuous improvement, managing risk effectively, and embedding best practice across all areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day management of Health & Safety across all operations, including risk assessments, method statements, site inspections, new site set‑up (H&S files), and thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and implement robust corrective actions.
- Own and continuously develop all Health & Safety policies and procedures, ensuring the business remains fully compliant and ahead of legislative changes.
- Take strategic responsibility for HSEQ performance, driving standards, developing practical guidance, and implementing initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and risk control.
- Produce clear, concise and impactful reports, procedures and guidance documentation to support informed decision‑making at all levels.
- Partner with operational and management teams to proactively identify risks, address areas of concern, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide expert, pragmatic advice to employees and contractors on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters.
- Support compliance with relevant legislation, client standards and contractual obligations, ensuring best practice is consistently applied.
- Contribute to the development, review and performance monitoring of the HSEQ Plan, including objectives, KPIs and measurable targets.
- Champion positive leadership in safety, promoting accountability and driving a culture of shared ownership throughout the organisation.
- Maintain and manage key industry accreditations (e.g. CHAS, Constructionline, Safe Contractor), ensuring ongoing compliance and successful renewals.
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, including the HSE and Environmental Agency.
- Develop and deliver engaging health & safety campaigns and communications, including a monthly H&S bulletin.
- Design and deliver internal training sessions to strengthen awareness, competence and compliance across the business.
Person Specification – Health & Safety Manager Qualifications (Essential)
- NEBOSH qualification
Experience & Skills (Essential)
- Significant HSEQ experience within a construction environment
- Proven experience operating across multiple sites
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- In‑depth knowledge of accredited management systems and ongoing compliance requirements
- Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward
Technical & Safety Competencies (Essential)
- Valid CSCS Card
- IOSH certification
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
- Temporary Works Co‑ordinator
- Safe Working at Height
- Lifting Operations Appointed Person
- BREEAM Training
- Train the Trainer – Risk Assessment
- Train the Trainer – Asbestos Awareness
- Train the Trainer – Manual Handling
- Train the Trainer – Abrasive Wheels Knowledge & Other Requirements (Essential)
Knowledge & Other Requirements (Essential)
- Strong understanding of current Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality legislation
- Commitment to maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards
- Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
- Flexible, proactive and solutions‑focused approach
Remuneration & Benefits
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience)
Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
25 days leave (in addition to public holidays), plus an additional birthday bonus
Company events, company pension, cycle to work scheme, free parking, on‑site parking, private medical insurance.
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