Health And Safety Manager, Southwark

Our client is a highly regarded specialist contractor operating within the commercial fit out and refurbishment sector. They deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across London, including CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs, technical refurbishments, sustainability led upgradesand complex projects involving significant structural and MEP elements.

Known for delivering high quality schemes within occupied, heritage and commercial environments, they have established a strong reputation for excellence, collaborationand innovation within the London construction market.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a growing and dynamic business. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Health & Safety, you will play a key role in supporting project teams, driving safety performanceand promoting a positive health and safety culture across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety support across multiple live construction projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections, auditsand compliance reviews.
• Advise project teams on current legislation, industry standardsand best practice.
• Support pre construction and operational teams with risk management and project planning.
• Review and assist in the preparation of RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and other project-specific safety documentation.
• Investigate incidents, near missesand non-conformances, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and safety performance.
• Deliver toolbox talks, briefingsand safety related training.
• Promote behavioural safety initiatives and help drive continuous improvement.
• Liaise with clients, consultantsand external stakeholders as required.
• Produce safety reports and performance metrics for senior management.

Candidate Requirements/Essential:

• Previous experience as a Health & Safety Manager or Senior Health & Safety Advisor within a main contractor environment.
• Demonstrable experience delivering commercial office fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Strong background working on CAT A fit-out, cut-and-carve and refurbishment schemes.
• Excellent knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a specialist contractor with a strong pipeline of prestigious London projects.
• High level of autonomy and visibility within the business.
• Direct reporting line to senior leadership.
• Long term career development within a growing organisation.
• Exposure to complex and technically challenging commercial refurbishment projects.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a Health & Safety professional seeking to play a key role in the safe delivery of high-profile commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across London.