Health & Safety Manager

Job Title: Health and Safety Manager
Location: Glasgow overseeing multiple sites across the North of Scotland

Overview:

Are you passionate about safeguarding the well-being of workers in the construction industry? Our client, a leading civil engineering contractor, has been awarded several new projects across the North of Scotland, including substations, overhead lines, and subsea cable routes for their key client, SSEN. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their established team on a prestigious project aimed at boosting Scotland's renewable energy capacity, providing clean energy to two million homes in the UK.

Why This Opportunity Could Be Your Next Career Move:

As a Health and Safety Manager, you will be pivotal in ensuring a safe working environment throughout this significant project. You will lead the implementation of health and safety policies, enforce compliance with regulations, and foster a proactive safety culture on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development and Implementation: Lead the development, implementation, and review of health and safety policies, procedures, and management systems, ensuring full compliance with legislation and industry best practices.
• Site Inspections and Risk Management: Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective actions to mitigate potential safety issues.
• Advice and Guidance: Provide expert advice on health and safety matters, including safe equipment use, PPE requirements, and emergency procedures.
• Training and Induction: Oversee and deliver health and safety training and induction programmes for employees and subcontractors, ensuring all personnel are fully informed and equipped to perform their duties safely.
• Incident Investigation: Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, document findings, and recommend preventive measures.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory authorities, clients, and other stakeholders, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report on health and safety performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs), to senior management and stakeholders, driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Degree or diploma in occupational health and safety, environmental management, or a related field.
• Certification: NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety.
• Experience: Proven experience in a health and safety management role within civil engineering, particularly on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards in the construction sector.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Organisational Abilities: Excellent organisational and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Why Join:

• High-Profile Project: Lead health and safety efforts on a major power transmission project with a top-tier construction company.
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits, including overtime, private healthcare, a substantial pension, and opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative team where your contributions are recognised and valued.
• Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring worker well-being on a transformative project.

If you're an experienced Health and Safety Manager seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. As travel to sites is an essential part of this role, you must have a willingness to travel and a UK Driving Licence. Please apply with your CV. For more information, contact Kirstin Marshall on 01786 446651, quoting reference J44564.

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