Health and Safety Manager

Piccadilly Construction is a leader in delivering excellence across a wide range of construction projects, including commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety across all our projects.

Job Overview:

As a Health and Safety Manager at Piccadilly Construction, you will play a crucial role in managing health and safety standards across multiple construction sites. Working closely with Project Managers and Site Managers, you will ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) and the new regulatory framework. You will be responsible for promoting a safety culture and supporting site teams with inspections, audits, and ensuring the highest standards of safety on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all construction projects comply with the latest health and safety regulations, including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) and the Building Safety Act 2022.
• On-site Health & Safety Standards: Support Site Managers in maintaining high on-site health and safety standards, ensuring all safety protocols are followed, and potential hazards are identified and managed.
• Site Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular site inspections and audits, working closely with site teams to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Risk Assessments & Method Statements: Develop, review, and implement comprehensive risk assessments and method statements specific to each construction project.
• Training & Induction: Provide health and safety training and toolbox talks for all site personnel. Lead induction sessions for new staff, ensuring they understand the importance of on-site health and safety.
• Accident Investigation: Lead investigations into any accidents or incidents on-site, ensuring appropriate actions are taken, lessons are learned, and future risks are minimised.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers and Site Managers to create and maintain a safe working environment, offering expert guidance on health and safety matters.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure familiarity with the Building Safety Act 2022 and the requirements of the new regulatory framework, ensuring Piccadilly Construction complies with all relevant safety standards and protocols.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement health and safety policies tailored to each project, ensuring alignment with current legislation and best practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of health and safety documentation, including accident reports, inspections, training logs, and risk assessments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a similar role with a Principal or Main Contractor, within the construction sector.  
• Qualifications: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety or equivalent (essential). IOSH membership is desirable.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, particularly the Building Safety Act 2022, CDM 2015 regulations, and the new regulatory framework.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to influence and drive safety culture across all levels of the organisation.
• Additional: A valid UK driving licence is required for regional site visits.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary in the range of £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work across a variety of high-profile construction projects.
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including further qualifications.
• A collaborative work environment focused on health and safety excellence.