Health And Safety Manager

Company: Principal People
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Looking for a role where you can influence senior decisions, shape strategy and work on technically challenging infrastructure projects?

We’re working with a long established ground engineering contractor, delivering expert geotechnical and site investigation services across nationally recognised infrastructure schemes. With over 50 years of experience, they play a critical early stage role in the success of major projects within Civil engineering, Utilities and Construction.

Due to growth, they are now looking for a Health and Safety Manager to join their leadership team. This is a self-managed, hybrid position with an average of 1 day a week on site and the rest split between home and their Leeds HQ.

You’ll be part of a tight knit senior team contributing to strategy, compliance and continuous improvement across UK operations.

What’s in it for you

  • Salary up to £70,000
  • Company car (hybrid or electric) or £6,500 car allowance
  • Hybrid working with up to two days per week from home
  • Leeds office base with national travel
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Private medical cover
  • Life assurance and share save scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development

The role

  • Strategic and operational H&S leadership across UK operations
  • Act as key advisor to the Board and Senior Leadership Team
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and client requirements
  • Represent the business on trade bodies and industry forums
  • Lead incident investigations and support continuous improvement
  • Support reporting to key clients and stakeholders
  • Guide and mentor junior H&S team members

What we are looking for

  • NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate or equivalent
  • Experience in ground investigations, geotechnical, Piling, Utilities, Civil Engineering or similar infrastructure activities.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026