At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety management on exciting rail and civil engineering projects.
- Company: Join a top-tier contractor making a difference in the North West.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and a chance to shape safety standards.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be a key player in ensuring safety on high-profile projects.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH Diploma, CMIOSH status, and 5+ years in H&S management required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 36400 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a principal Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile rail and civils framework projects across the North West. This role requires a hands-on safety leader with deep expertise in Network Rail standards, civil engineering operations, and Tier 1 delivery environments. You will be responsible for providing strategic and operational H&S leadership, ensuring strict compliance across active sites, possession works, and framework packages.
Candidate Responsibilities:
- Lead H&S management across live rail and civil engineering sites, ensuring full alignment with Network Rail standards, CDM 2015 regulations, and safety procedures.
- Conduct regular site safety inspections, high-risk work audits, and possession/blockade H&S monitoring (including night/weekend works where required).
- Lead comprehensive root-cause investigations for near-misses, accidents, and dangerous occurrences, delivering clear reporting and actionable prevention strategies.
- Review and approve Work Package Plans (WPPs), Task Briefing Sheets (TBSs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS) for complex civils and trackside operations.
- Act as the primary H&S point of contact for client representatives (Network Rail), subcontractors, and external regulatory bodies.
- Drive proactive behavioral safety initiatives across site teams and supply chain partners to maintain high engagement and continuous improvement.
Candidate Requirements:
- NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 H&S qualification).
- CMIOSH status (or actively working towards Grad IOSH).
- Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) card.
- Minimum 5+ years of H&S management experience within Rail and Civil Engineering environments.
- Proven track record working directly for or with Tier 1 Contractors on multi-disciplinary framework projects.
- Deep technical understanding of CDM 2015, Network Rail Company Standards (NR/L2/OHS Series), and principal contractor requirements.
- Experience with structural civils (e.g., bridges, earthworks, drainage, platform extensions) within a live rail corridor.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Health & Safety Manager in Manchester employer: Randstad Construction and Property
Randstad Construction and Property is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. With competitive pay, weekly earnings, and the opportunity for temp-to-perm roles, you will find a rewarding career path while enjoying a great work-life balance in the beautiful city of Oxford. Join our dedicated team and take advantage of our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction and Property Recruitment Team
