Health And Safety Manager

  • Michael Taylor Search & Selection
  • City, London
  • 02/06/2026
Full time Construction Management

Job Description

Our client is a highly regarded specialist contractor operating within the commercial fit out and refurbishment sector. They deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across London, including CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs, technical refurbishments, sustainability led upgrades and complex projects involving significant structural and MEP elements.

Known for delivering high quality schemes within occupied, heritage and commercial environments, they have established a strong reputation for excellence, collaboration and innovation within the London construction market.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a growing and dynamic business. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Health & Safety, you will play a key role in supporting project teams, driving safety performance and promoting a positive health and safety culture across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide health and safety support across multiple live construction projects.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
  • Advise project teams on current legislation, industry standardsand best practice.
  • Support pre construction and operational teams with risk management and project planning.
  • Review and assist in the preparation of RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and other project-specific safety documentation.
  • Investigate incidents, near misses and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions where required.
  • Monitor subcontractor compliance and safety performance.
  • Deliver toolbox talks, briefings and safety related training.
  • Promote behavioural safety initiatives and help drive continuous improvement.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants and external stakeholders as required.
  • Produce safety reports and performance metrics for senior management.

Candidate Requirements/Essential:

  • Previous experience as a Health & Safety Manager or Senior Health & Safety Advisor within a main contractor environment.
  • Demonstrable experience delivering commercial office fit out and refurbishment projects.
  • Strong background working on CAT A fit-out, cut-and-carve and refurbishment schemes.
  • Excellent knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
  • Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a specialist contractor with a strong pipeline of prestigious London projects.
  • High level of autonomy and visibility within the business.
  • Direct reporting line to senior leadership.
  • Long term career development within a growing organisation.
  • Exposure to complex and technically challenging commercial refurbishment projects.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a Health & Safety professional seeking to play a key role in the safe delivery of high-profile commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across London.