Health and Safety Manager

Salary: £65,000 + strong package
Location: Remote (preferred London and Kent but flexiabilty across the UK)

Overview
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health and Safety Manager. As the UK's largest supplier of property certificates, thry work with a wide-range of different clients, including landlords, property companies, housing associations, and local governments. With a client base that includes ‘Big 6’ energy firms and blue-chip organisations, their mission is to help make the planet greener, more sustainable, and a better place for everyone through innovative services such as electrical, gas heating, and Net Zero solutions.

This is a key leadership position, ensuring the highest standards of health and safety compliance across the organisation, with a particular focus on London and Kent. The role offers the flexibility of remote working while overseeing multiple projects and teams within these regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with current legislation, regulations, and best practices across all operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits, identifying potential hazards and developing strategies to mitigate risks in areas such as electrical, gas heating, and Net Zero services.
• Ensure that all staff and contractors are fully trained and equipped to adhere to safety protocols, conducting training sessions and toolbox talks as required.
• Lead incident investigations and develop procedures to prevent future occurrences, ensuring all incidents are reported in compliance with RIDDOR and company policies.
• Collaborate with senior management and operational teams to integrate health and safety objectives into overall business strategies.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers on site safety management, especially in high-risk areas, ensuring projects are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Stay up to date with emerging health and safety trends, regulations, and technologies, particularly related to sustainability and Net Zero initiatives.
• Monitor and report on safety performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement in safety practices across the organisation.
• Manage and review contractor safety procedures, ensuring that third-party workers adhere to the company’s health and safety standards.
• Lead initiatives aimed at fostering a positive safety culture across the business, encouraging proactive safety management and behavioural safety improvements.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent qualification.
• Tech IOSH status (or working towards Chartered Membership of IOSH).
• Proven experience in a health and safety management role, ideally within property services, facilities management, or similar sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation, with a strong understanding of CDM regulations.
• Excellent risk management skills with experience in developing and implementing safety management systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience in managing health and safety across remote teams and multiple locations.
• Familiarity with sustainability and Net Zero initiatives is a strong advantage.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to project sites in London and Kent when required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £65,000 per annum.
• Remote working flexibility, with occasional travel required.
• Opportunity to work within a growing organisation dedicated to sustainability and environmental impact.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Health and Safety Manager to make a significant impact, driving safety standards and contributing to the company’s mission of creating a greener and more sustainable future. If you are passionate about health and safety and have the expertise to lead in this dynamic and growing sector, we encourage you to apply.

Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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