Premises and Health & Safety Manager in London

Hilson Moran are interdisciplinary consultants, engineers and advisors, applying progressive design thinking to shape the environments we live in. We provide a full range of engineering services, exciting innovation and design solutions on a full range of projects from across our network of offices in the UK.

Our recently refurbished London office – the Living Lab – offers a direct link to clients, the ability to further develop our existing relationships and to pursue future opportunities across the city. We also have full view of some of our most iconic designs, including 20 Fenchurch Street 'the Walkie Talkie' and 30 St Mary's Axe 'The Gherkin' from our river café space.

The Premises and Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for ensuring the company's facilities are maintained to a high standard and that all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices comply with legal requirements. This role will oversee building maintenance, security, and workplace safety, creating a safe and efficient environment for employees and visitors.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of company premises, including office spaces, warehouses, and external areas.
• Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effective solutions.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and environmental standards.
• Manage office moves, refurbishments, and space planning.

Health & Safety Management:

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures in line with current legislation.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits across all company sites.
• Ensure all staff receive appropriate health and safety training.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance, inspections, and certifications.
• Act as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies and emergency services.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Keep up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Prepare and present reports on premises and safety performance to senior management.
• Ensure all statutory inspections (fire alarms, lifts, electrical systems, etc.) are completed on time.

Enhanced annual leave entitlement of 25 days per annum, plus public holidays. Your annual leave entitlement will increase based on length of service with us up to 28 days plus public holidays.

Enhanced company pension contribution.

Annual budget to spend on personal wellbeing activities.

Access to our healthcare scheme.

Access to confidential wellbeing support services via our Employee Assistance Programme.

Paid volunteering days to support causes important to you.

Fun company events including our annual winter party and our full company summer social.

Season ticket loans.

Cycle to work scheme.

Options for unpaid leave and career breaks.

Background & Qualifications:

• NEBOSH or IOSH certification (essential).
• Valid First Aid at Work certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months).
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation.
• Extensive experience in a combined premises/facilities management and health & safety role.

Skills:

• Building compliance oversight (e.g., statutory inspections for fire alarms, emergency lighting, lifts, electrical installations, gas safety, water hygiene/Legionella).
• Leading risk assessments (general, fire, DSE, manual handling, contractors), accident/incident investigations, and root‐cause corrective actions.
• Managing hard and soft services providers (maintenance, cleaning, security), including SLAs, KPIs, and budgets.
• Confident in delivering H&S training and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Planning and delivering office moves, refurbishments, and minor projects.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and negotiate contracts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

All Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Hilson Moran is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all communities.