Health and Safety Manager in London

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Manager to support VSL UK’s Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE) function, focused on Health & Safety.

The role works closely with the Head of HSQE to deliver strategic and operational health and safety leadership across VSL UK’s Head Office and project/workshop sites nationwide.

• Main Responsibilities
• Planning, Management & Coordination
• Support development and improvement of the H&S & Wellbeing Management System.
• Ensure compliance with CPP, RAMS, and VSL internal controls.
• Coordinate safe‑work planning with clients, PC/PD, and subcontractors.
• Provide H&S input for tenders, risk assessments, and methodologies.
• Manage and support site-based H&S personnel.
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Embed the 5 Lines of Defence, 6 Major Risks, and Life‑Saving Rules into project execution.
• Promote shared vigilance and STOP‑Work authority.
• Monitor plant, equipment, temporary works, isolations, and safety systems.
• Strengthen organisational and team-level risk controls.
• Incident Investigation & Improvement
• Lead investigations using recognised methodologies.
• Drive transparent reporting and learning.
• Produce Learning Briefs and track corrective actions.
• Analyse safety performance data.
• Promote VSL’s Just and Fair Culture.
• Site Safety, Inspections & Engagement
• Conduct inspections focusing on high‑risk activities.
• Reinforce Life‑Saving Rules through leadership presence.
• Maintain visible site engagement ("walk the talk").
• Training, Communication & Culture
• Lead the VSL UK H&S Training Plan.
• Deliver training on major risks, Life‑Saving Rules, and emergency response.
• Support culture programmes promoting vigilance and accountability.
• Ensure competence pathways for high‑risk operations.
• Emergency Preparedness
• Maintain compliant emergency procedures.
• Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
• NVQ L5 or 6 in Health and Safety (recommended).
• About 10 years’ experience, including 5 years in team leadership or management.
• Technical Skills
• Administering, executing, and managing H&S on Civil works and repair projects.
• Experience in a H&S management role within construction or engineering scope.
• Developing and implementing H&S management systems.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Personal Attributes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing abilities; analytical and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge and experience of managing and maintaining data.
• Good knowledge of Power BI, Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
• Full right to work in the UK and full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and attend project sites throughout the UK.

Why Work With Us?

• Exciting and Challenging Projects: Contribute directly to the UK’s clean energy future on a nationally significant programme.
• Career Growth: Access to professional development and progression within VSL and the wider Bouygues Group.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Comprehensive package, including pension and additional perks.
• Dynamic Team Environment: Be part of a skilled, diverse and collaborative team committed to excellence.
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