Senior Health & Safety Manager
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Occupation TypeHealth and safety managers and officers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
Job Description
Job Overview:
In this role, you will provide visible leadership and strategic direction across all areas of Health & Safety. You will act as a trusted business partner to senior leaders, you will support the delivery of strategic objectives by embedding a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across all areas of Health & Safety at Portview.
Reporting to the Head of Health & Safety you will work collaboratively to deliver cost-effective and efficient H&S performance across the business. This will includes supporting the implementation of policies, procedures, and guidance, while promoting safe working practices that align with our values.
Job Requirements
Attributes/Experience
Essential
Job Overview:
In this role, you will provide visible leadership and strategic direction across all areas of Health & Safety. You will act as a trusted business partner to senior leaders, you will support the delivery of strategic objectives by embedding a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across all areas of Health & Safety at Portview.
Reporting to the Head of Health & Safety you will work collaboratively to deliver cost-effective and efficient H&S performance across the business. This will includes supporting the implementation of policies, procedures, and guidance, while promoting safe working practices that align with our values.
Job Requirements
Attributes/Experience
Essential
- Proven experience managing Health & Safety within the construction or fit-out sector.
- Comprehensive knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and site-based risk management.
- Experience leading audits, inspections, and incident investigations on live construction projects.
- Strong influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, from operatives to directors.
- Experience developing and implementing Health & Safety policies, procedures, and management systems.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, design teams, and subcontractors.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Attention to detail and the ability to analyse data and present findings clearly.
- Formal Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6, or equivalent.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH, IIRSM).
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Provide visible Health & Safety leadership and direction across multiple fit-out and construction projects.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Health & Safety policies, procedures, and site standards in line with company and legislative requirements.
- Collaborate with project and senior management teams to deliver cost-effective and efficient Health & Safety performance.
- Carry out regular site inspections and internal audits, identifying risks, non-conformities, and areas for improvement.
- Advise project teams on the development and review of Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Support and mentor site managers and supervisors to ensure full understanding and application of Health & Safety requirements.
- Promote a positive safety culture and ensure proactive engagement with subcontractors and supply chain partners.
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, Building Safety Act requirements, and other applicable legislation.
- Analyse audit data, corrective actions, and KPIs to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Influence and advise senior management on Health & Safety performance, emerging risks, and industry best practices.
- Support the ongoing improvement of Health & Safety management systems, training frameworks, and reporting processes.