Health & Safety Manager
Milton Keynes
Up to £65,000 + Company Car or Allowance + 24 Days Holiday + Pension
4 days on site, 1 day in the Milton Keynes office
A growing multi‑disciplinary contractor with a strong reputation in commercial offices, industrial projects, refurbishment, FM and M&E services is looking for a hands‑on Health and Safety Manager. The business is expanding rapidly, supported by long‑term clients, a healthy pipeline and a well‑structured senior team. This is a stable environment with clear processes, strong values and a supportive culture where people feel valued and encouraged to contribute.
The role suits someone who enjoys being out on site, working closely with project teams and taking ownership of health, safety and environmental performance across a varied portfolio. All construction backgrounds will be considered.
The Role
The Health and Safety Manager will lead and develop HSE standards across construction, M&E, small works and refurbishment schemes. The position is based in Milton Keynes with regular travel to live sites, supporting directors, project managers, engineers and site teams.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Health and Safety Policy in line with HSWA 1974, CDM 2015, EaWR 1989, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and Working at Height Regulations
Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and client safety requirements
Provide specialist advice to directors, project teams and site staff
Lead accident and incident investigations including root cause analysis and RIDDOR reporting
Prepare and review RAMS for construction, M&E and small works
Carry out site inspections and audits, ensuring actions are completed
Support pre‑construction planning and design risk assessments
Liaise with Principal Contractors and Principal Designers
Oversee subcontractor safety including competency checks and inductions
Deliver toolbox talks, inductions and H&S training
Promote a positive safety culture across commercial and industrial sites
Maintain training matrices, accident logs, inspection reports and compliance registers
Produce monthly reports including KPIs, trends and improvement actions
Manage H&S input for tenders and PQQs
Requirements
NEBOSH National Diploma or NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate
Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation for construction and M&E
Experience as a Health and Safety Manager or Advisor in construction or engineering
Strong understanding of CDM 2015
Experience preparing RAMS, conducting audits and leading investigations
Confident communicator with the ability to influence site teams
Full UK driving licence
Package
Up to £65,000
Company car or car allowance
24 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension
Long‑term development opportunities
Stable and supportive working environment with a strong pipeline of work