Senior Health and Safety Manager

NegotiableLondon, England

Permanent

Our client is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Manager to lead the health and safety function across rail projects, site locations and offices. The role will provide strategic leadership, technical advice and practical support, helping to embed a culture centred on safe working, sustainability and wellbeing.Key Responsibilities:Lead the rollout and implementation of health and safety elements within the Safe, Sustainable and Wellbeing strategy across projectsProvide day-to-day health and safety leadership, advice and support to project teams, offices, employees and contractorsEnsure health and safety policies, procedures and management system processes reflect current legislation and are effectively implementedReview, update and produce health and safety documentation for the business management systemCarry out site safety inspections, audits and reviews of corrective actions arising from incidents, inspections and auditsEnsure accidents, incidents and near misses are accurately reported, investigated and communicated in line with company proceduresSupport continuous improvement by sharing lessons learnt and contributing to internal and external audit programmesDeliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, training and coaching for employees, contractors and project stakeholdersProvide technical assistance to Project Managers and the Head of Operational Health and SafetyAttend business and project meetings, providing clear updates on health, safety and environmental mattersLine manage and support other Health and Safety AdvisorsJob Requirements:Significant experience as a Health and Safety Manager within a Tier 1 organisationPrevious experience in the rail, power, utilities or tunnelling sectorsWorking and demonstrable understanding of health and safety legislationUnderstanding of electrical and mechanical standards, construction industry practices and ISO 45001Experience of carrying out accident and incident investigationsNEBOSH Diploma or NCRQ DiplomaGraduate membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and HealthCSCS card and a full UK driving licenceGood IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and ExcelExcellent communication, coaching, investigation and report-writing skillsBenefits:Permanent opportunity within the rail engineering sectorOpportunity to contribute to major infrastructure and construction projectsCollaborative working environment focused on safety, sustainability and wellbeingOpportunities to support continuous improvement and professional developmentThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Health and Safety Manager to make a significant contribution to safe project delivery across the rail sector. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

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