Health and Safety Manager
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and manage all health, safety, and wellbeing activities on a major nuclear and civils infrastructure project based in Whitehaven. The role is critical to ensuring full compliance with nuclear site standards, UK legislation, and client‑specific safety requirements. The Health & Safety Manager will provide competent professional advice, visible leadership, and assurance across all site activities, working closely with project leadership, construction teams, subcontractors, and the client to promote a strong safety culture in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Leadership Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the project Health & Safety Management System Act as the senior competent health & safety advisor to the Project Director and senior management team Promote visible safety leadership and a positive, proactive safety culture across the project Compliance & Assurance Ensure full compliance with UK health & safety legislation, CDM Regulations, nuclear site licence conditions, and client standards Plan, manage, and deliver site inspections, audits, and assurance activities Lead accident, incident, and near‑miss investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented Prepare and present health & safety performance reports, statistics, and trend analysis to senior stakeholders Site & Construction Safety Oversee the review, approval, and monitoring of RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and task‑specific safety documentation Ensure effective control of high‑risk activities including heavy civils works, lifting operations, temporary works, and contractor interfaces Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project and nuclear safety requirements Support and challenge construction teams to ensure safe systems of work are embedded on site Training, Engagement & Improvement Develop and maintain the project health & safety training matrix Ensure site inductions, toolbox talks, briefings, and safety campaigns are delivered effectively Support workforce engagement and behavioural safety initiatives Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice sharing Stakeholder & Client Interface Act as the primary health & safety interface with the client, regulators, and external stakeholders Support audits, inspections, and reviews by client representatives and regulatory bodies Work collaboratively with logistics, security, quality, and environmental teams to ensure integrated compliance Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager on major construction, civils, or infrastructure projects Experience working in highly regulated or safety‑critical environments (nuclear, energy, major infrastructure, or similar) Strong working knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and CDM Regulations Demonstrable experience leading site audits, inspections, and incident investigations Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills Ability to work confidently in a complex, multi‑contractor environment Eligible for UK security clearance Desirable Previous experience on nuclear‑licensed sites or nuclear‑related projects Experience interfacing directly with clients and regulators Familiarity with behavioural safety and continuous improvement programmes Qualifications Essential NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent) Chartered or working towards CMIOSH (or equivalent professional status) Desirable NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) SMSTS / SSSTS Lead Auditor qualification Personal Attributes Professional, credible, and confident at senior level Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, resilient, and able to challenge constructively Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance