Technical & Project Health and Safety Manager

Apleona is a UK provider of integrated facilities management. With a client base that extends across 350 UK operational sites, we employ over 1800 talented people to deliver service solutions that work for our clients. Our culture is fast paced, challenging and above all, friendly and we are looking for you to join us!

As the Technical and Projects Safety Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving health and safety excellence across technical operations and projects. You will ensure full compliance with legislative requirements while championing a culture of continuous improvement in Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental management. Through the development and implementation of innovative policies and best practices, you will position the business as a leader in Health and Safety management, setting benchmarks for industry standards.

You will be expected to embed health and safety legislation and best practice across the business through championing the quality of service delivery to the organisation’s customers, both internal and external using both a strategic and practical approach. You will be required to ensure that appropriate quality, safety, health and environmental systems are in place and being followed by management and staff within the organisation and verify that they remain effective and applicable to the requirements of the business. You will also be responsible for ensuring policies, procedures and business activities are fully compliant with both legislation and company strategic aims. You will have responsibility for mitigating risk in all areas across the contract and you will need to demonstrate that you have a strong HSEQ background and the ability to manage people.

This is a pro-active and visible role requiring excellent internal and external customer relationship, commercial, supplier management and people skills, with the ability to influence, train and support staff, at all levels within the organisation. This role will require travel to client sites across the UK.

• In-depth knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations and their application to construction and facilities management projects.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in Health & Safety as a minimum.
• Membership in professional bodies such as IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment).
• Minimal level Tech.ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) – experience in implementation and auditing is essential.
• Proven experience in managing health and safety within technical, construction, or engineering projects.
• Strong leadership experience with a proven track record of managing teams and delivering HSEQ objectives.
• Comprehensive understanding of UK Health and Safety legislation (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, RIDDOR, COSHH).
• Ability to work autonomously.
• The ability to analyse and evaluate data and information.
• The ability to make sound business decisions.
• Valid UK Driving Licence with access to personal car.

We’ll make sure that you have everything you need to do a great job. You will already have experience gained in a similar role. You will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 0830 – 1700, however you will need to be flexible to ensure service delivery at the highest level. You will have access to Apleona employee benefits that will be available to you as soon as you start. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and generous car allowance with this role.

Apleona is an equal opportunities employer who deliver facilities management services to clients all over the UK and with vacancies in your area this is a great time to join our teams. If this sounds like a job for you then click on the apply button and we’ll start the process and if you’re a good match we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.