Health And Safety Compliance Manager
Health, Safety & Compliance Manager Location: East Midlands (Office-based with occasional site travel) Salary: £50,000–£55,000 per annum (DOE) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role An established and growing multi-industry organisation is seeking a Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to lead and develop its Health, Safety, Environmental, and Compliance function. This is a brand-new role offering a genuine opportunity to shape, implement, and continuously improve processes across a diverse operational portfolio, including construction, maintenance, refurbishment, civils, and associated services. Predominantly office-based in the East Midlands, the role involves occasional travel to regional sites. Working closely with senior leadership, you will act as the company’s competent person for Health & Safety, providing expert advice, driving compliance, and embedding a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the business. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy * Lead and develop the organisation-wide Health, Safety & Compliance strategy. * Act as the competent person under the Health and Safety at Work Act and provide authoritative guidance to senior management and operational teams. * Promote a positive safety culture, encouraging engagement and open reporting across all departments. * Attend senior management meetings, providing KPI reports and actionable insights. Policies, Procedures & Compliance * Develop, implement, and review Health & Safety policies, procedures, and safe systems of work in line with current legislation and industry best practice. * Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), and relevant statutory requirements including PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, LEV, DSE, fire safety, and first aid. * Maintain accurate and controlled documentation within the Integrated Management System. * Liaise with regulatory bodies, insurers, and external auditors as required. Risk Management & CDM * Produce, review, and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). * Prepare and maintain Construction Phase Plans (CPPs). * Oversee implementation of site rules, welfare arrangements, emergency procedures, and controls for high-risk activities. Auditing & Continuous Improvement * Conduct internal audits, site inspections, and technical audits of workmanship and compliance. * Track non-conformances and corrective actions to completion. * Use audit data and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Incident & Environmental Management * Manage accident, incident, and near-miss reporting, including RIDDOR compliance. * Lead investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventative measures. * Oversee environmental compliance in line with ISO 14001 and company policy. Candidate Requirements * NEBOSH National General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma or working towards (preferred). * Proven experience in a senior Health, Safety & Compliance role within construction, civils, maintenance, or similar operational environments. * Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM 2015, ISO management systems, and risk management principles. * Experience preparing RAMS and Construction Phase Plans. * Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage at all levels, including senior leadership. * Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities. * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). * Willingness to travel regionally as required. * First Aid at Work and Fire Marshal certification desirable (training can be provided). What the Role Offers * Competitive salary of £50,000–£55,000 (DOE). * Permanent, full-time position (Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week). * Office-based role with regional site exposure. * The opportunity to build and shape the Health, Safety & Compliance function within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional ready to take ownership of a function and make a lasting impact within a dynamic and expanding business