H&S Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Location: St Helens (Office-based with site and client visits)

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Car Allowance, Mileage, Holidays, Pension, and Benefits

About the Company

Privately owned construction and fit-out contractor with a £25M annual turnover, delivering projects across the commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. The business operates three distinct divisions:

• Facilities Management – Providing planned and reactive maintenance services for commercial and residential clients.
• Fit-Out & Refurbishment – Delivering high-quality commercial and industrial refurbishment schemes.
• New Build Construction – Delivering small to medium-sized newbuild projects up to £10M in value.

The company also provides a Design & Build service and operates an in-house joinery and furniture manufacturing facility, enabling full turnkey delivery from design to completion.

Role Overview

The Health & Safety Manager will take ownership of all Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental functions within the business. This role will work closely with project and operational teams to maintain high safety standards, ensure legal compliance, and develop a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company and statutory requirements
• Deliver internal training sessions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings to operational teams
• Review and approve RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and other site documentation
• Provide practical support and advice to site teams on all H&S matters
• Manage and maintain company accreditations and ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Review, update, and develop H&S management systems, procedures, and policies
• Lead the development of the company’s H&S department in line with business growth
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and culture across all projects

Ideal Candidate

• 5–10 years’ experience in a Health & Safety management role within construction, fit-out, or similar environments
• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK H&S legislation
• Experience managing ISO compliance systems (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Confident communicator with strong influencing and coaching skills
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum) – Diploma or equivalent desirable
• Proactive, organised, and committed to maintaining high safety standards