Health And Safety Manager

Summary

Join a dynamic team at Assystem, a leading international engineering company, driving safety excellence in construction, civil engineering, marine, and defense sectors. This role requires a seasoned professional with expertise in managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments and fostering a safety culture. Responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, developing and delivering safety training, conducting audits and investigations, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess extensive H&S management expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong leadership and communication skills. Assystem offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, flexible working options, and opportunities for career development.

Requirements

• 10+ years in construction, civil engineering, marine, or defence sectors, covering all project stages
• Strong grasp of CDM Regulations and related laws
• NEBOSH, HNC/HND, or Degree
• Inspire and foster a top-tier safety culture
• Engage with all levels and chair H&S meetings effectively
• Manage multiple priorities and drive innovative H&S improvements
• Deliver measurable, forward-thinking safety solutions

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to CDM 2015 and other health & safety regulations
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership and project teams
• Uphold statutory and organizational H&S policies
• Create, review, and update H&S policies
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices
• Align policies with project-specific needs
• Review contractor and designer risk assessments/method statements
• Identify hazards and implement robust risk controls
• Collaborate with Principal Contractors/Designers throughout project phases
• Develop and deliver tailored safety training
• Drive a positive safety culture via workshops and engagement
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits
• Address non-conformances and ensure timely resolution
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses
• Prepare reports and share lessons learned
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and regulators
• Build strong relationships with Facility Operators and stakeholders
• Provide expert advice across all project stages: preconstruction to handover
• Oversee Principal Contractor compliance with regulations
• Capture and share lessons learned to drive continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Nuclear or highly regulated environments
• Background working within MoD estates
• Familiarity with environmental aspects of HSQE
• IOSH/IIRSM membership

Benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and career progression paths
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture
• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plans