At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety initiatives across diverse construction projects in South Wales.
- Company: Join a respected Swansea-based construction contractor with a strong focus on safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company vehicle, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a supportive and growing team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on health and safety standards in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in health and safety management within construction and relevant certifications.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Reference
SRHSESWANSEA_1784117974
Posted
Fawkes & Reece are currently working with a well-established Swansea-based construction contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced
Health & Safety Manager to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional to play a key role in maintaining and continually improving health, safety, environmental and quality standards across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.
The successful candidate will be office-based in Swansea with regular travel to sites throughout South Wales, working closely with operational teams, clients, subcontractors and senior management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the business.
- Carry out regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews across multiple construction projects.
- Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and current legislation.
- Maintain and improve Integrated Management Systems, including ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).
- Ensure the business remains compliant with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations 2015 and industry best practice.
- Produce detailed audit reports, identify areas for improvement and monitor corrective actions through to completion.
- Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, producing reports and implementing preventative measures.
- Develop, review and update Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS) and safe systems of work.
- Provide health and safety advice and support to project teams, site managers and senior leadership.
- Deliver toolbox talks, health and safety briefings and internal training where required.
- Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained.
- Liaise with clients, external auditors, regulatory bodies and enforcement agencies.
- Support pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), tender submissions and client audits.
- Monitor KPIs and produce regular health and safety performance reports.
- Keep up to date with changes in legislation and implement improvements across the business.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager within the construction industry.
- Excellent knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations 2015.
- Experience carrying out internal audits and managing compliance across multiple construction sites.
- Strong understanding of ISO Management Systems including ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
- Previous experience investigating accidents and implementing corrective actions.
- Ability to influence and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and report writing skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and producing detailed reports.
Essential Qualifications
- NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent) or NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
- Tech IOSH, Grad IOSH or Chartered Member (CMIOSH) status, or working towards Chartered status.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- CSCS Card (Academically Qualified Person or Manager level).
Desirable Qualifications
- Lead Auditor Qualification.
- Temporary Works Awareness.
- First Aid at Work.
- Fire Marshal Training.
- What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Opportunity to work for a growing and respected regional contractor.
- Long-term career progression within an established business.
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