Health And Safety Manager

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the company’s activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations, including CDM (Construction Design and Management) Regulations.
• Ensure adherence to statutory and local governance, promoting best practice throughout the team.
• Provide expert advice on health and safety matters to senior leadership, project managers, and site teams.
• Support in the development, review, and update the organisation’s health and safety policies and procedures, aligned with the DIO MPP organisational arrangements, MoD JSP 375, industry standards and project-specific requirements.
• Champion best practice and continuous improvement in health and safety management.
• Review Designer and Contractor generated H&S documentation, including task specific risk assessments and method statements relating to high-risk activities, throughout pre-construction, construction, and operational handover phases.
• Close liaison with the Facility Operator and other stakeholders to ensure local arrangements are adhered to.
• Support the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor to identify potential hazards and implement effective risk control measures.
• Develop and deliver training programs to staff and subcontractors to promote safety awareness and compliance.
• Foster a culture of positive safety through regular communications, workshops, and meetings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the team to identify improvement opportunities.
• Interface with base maintenance and operational teams to ensure H&S coordination across all functions.
• Assist with the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-misses, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and prepare detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor compliance with health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with project teams to address non-conformities and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Work closely with design teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure health and safety requirements are integrated into project planning and execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external audits and health and safety queries.
• Oversee Principal Contractor activities across all stages of works from pre-construction to handover, providing governance and assurance that work is compliant with base and regulatory standards.
• Support LfE activities for Programme Euston – helping to capture and share relevant LfE both to and from the Programme.

Key Requirements:

• Substantial experience in managing health and safety within construction, civil engineering, marine, or defence sector.
• A thorough understanding of the statutory framework, with particular emphasis on the CDM Regulations and other legislation relevant to complex infrastructure projects.
• A minimum of 10-years’ experience within a construction/engineering role, with proven experience in H&S management across various stages of the construction and engineering programme lifecycle.
• A strong educational foundation, ideally demonstrated through professional qualifications such as NEBOSH, HNC/HND, Degree, etc.
• Membership with a recognised professional body, such as IOSH or IIRSM, is desirable.
• The ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture where health and safety is prioritised at every level of the organisation.
• Exceptional analytical and organisational skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, from site operatives to senior executives.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proven track record of implementing innovative health and safety solutions that deliver measurable improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to chair health and safety related meetings throughout the full programme life cycle.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.