Health & Safety Manager

  • CJS Recruitment Limited
  • Rochester, Kent
  • 05/05/2026
Seasonal Construction Management

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Health & Safety Manager

Role Overview:
CJS Recruitment are looking for a Construction Health & Safety Manager to be responsible for leading and managing all health and safety aspects on a construction project for a large Commercial / Industrial project. The right candidate will ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and company policies while promoting a strong safety culture across all site activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific health & safety management systems.
  • Oversee compliance with construction safety regulations and ensure safe systems of work are in place.
  • Lead risk assessments, method statement reviews, and incident investigations.
  • Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to safety procedures and proactively address hazards.
  • Coordinate and conduct safety audits, inspections, and toolbox talks.
  • Manage and enforce safety protocols, including risk assessments, emergency planning, and evacuation procedures.
  • Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies on all H&S matters.
  • Provide guidance and training to site personnel to promote a positive safety culture.
  • Report on safety performance and recommend continuous improvement measures.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a Health & Safety management role within construction, ideally on large-scale or energy/power projects.
  • Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and fire safety management.
  • Experience conducting risk assessments and managing hazard prevention systems, working in hazardous environments.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels on safety matters.
  • Relevant qualifications e.g. NEBOSH / IBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS / SSSTS, CSCS, First Aid

This role is critical in ensuring the safe delivery of complex construction activities in a high-risk environment.

If you are interested in this position, we encourage you to apply!

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