Health & Safety Manager – Façades

 Health & Safety Manager – Façades
 

A leading Façade Remediation Specialist, operating as Principal Contractor, is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Health & Safety Manager to take full ownership of its health and safety function. With in-house scaffolding and roofing divisions, and projects valued up to £7 million, this role supports the delivery of complex remediation schemes nationwide for major developers, housing associations, and local authorities.

This is a rare opportunity to build a Health & Safety department from the ground up, introducing your own systems, policies, and procedures while influencing safety culture at every level of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Department Leadership & Development

• Design and implement a full suite of H&S policies, procedures, and reporting systems
• Drive and maintain ISO 45001 accreditation
• Ensure company-wide compliance with CDM 2015 and all statutory obligations

Training & Competency

• Manage the company training matrix across all staff levels
• Organise and oversee training schedules, including mandatory and specialist training
• Administer and track training rebates and related funding

Site Audits & Safety Oversight

• Conduct nationwide site visits and audits, supporting Site Managers to improve performance
• Create and regularly update RAMS, Construction Phase Plans (CPPs), and other site documentation
• Revise RAMS as site activities evolve
• Lead company-level audits and performance reviews

Internal & External Communication

• Produce and distribute monthly H&S newsletters and bulletins for teams and residents
• Provide ongoing support and clear guidance to site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Promote a strong, positive H&S culture throughout the organisation

What’s on Offer:

• £60,000 – £75,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (office/site/home-based balance following onboarding)
• All travel and accommodation expenses covered for nationwide site support
• Company pension and benefits package
• Long-term opportunity to build and lead your own H&S department
• A meaningful role in delivering safer homes and buildings through critical façade remediation

Requirements:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum); Tech IOSH or higher preferred
• 3–5+ years’ experience in a senior H&S role in construction
• Experience in façade remediation, cladding, scaffolding, or roofing environments preferred
• Proven understanding of CDM 2015 and ISO 45001 compliance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility for nationwide travel

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Health & Safety professional to take a leadership role within a respected and growing specialist contractor, with the flexibility of hybrid working.