Health and Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager – Civil Engineering £50,000 – £55,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus Based in Ballingry (site-based role) We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established heavy civils and energy-sector contractor delivering major substation and infrastructure projects across Scotland. This is a key appointment for the project — a hands-on Health & Safety Manager who can drive standards on site and ensure compliance across all aspects of delivery. The Role As Health & Safety Manager, you will take the lead on all HSE matters across a major substation project, working closely with the Project Manager, Site Agent and operational teams. This is a site-focused role — visible, proactive and embedded in daily operations. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Leadership * Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the project HSE strategy * Promote a strong safety culture across all site teams and subcontractors * Provide competent advice to management and operational staff Compliance & CDM * Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations and company procedures * Review and approve RAMS, CPPs and risk assessments * Conduct regular site inspections and audits * Manage incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions Monitoring & Reporting * Track leading and lagging indicators * Produce HSE reports for senior management and client review * Identify trends and implement preventative measures Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management * Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance * Attend client and progress meetings as the HSE lead * Liaise with regulatory bodies where required Training & Engagement * Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings * Support development of supervisors and managers in HSE responsibilities * Champion behavioural safety initiatives What We’re Looking For * NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (Diploma preferred) * Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager or Senior Advisor role within heavy civils or infrastructure * Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations * Experience operating in Principal Contractor environments * Confident communicator with the ability to challenge when required * Practical, solutions-focused approach rather than purely theoretical What’s On Offer * £50,000 – £55,000 salary * Car allowance * Performance-related bonus * Long-term secured infrastructure work * Influence on a high-profile energy-sector project * Stable contractor with clear growth plans For a confidential conversation, contact Boyd Recruitment