Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Job description

Project Health and Safety Lead

Demolition & Groundworks Sector

Site-Based | Covering London and Home Counties

Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Travel Expenses or Company Van

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and motivated Project Health and Safety Lead to support a leading demolition and groundworks contractor across sites between London to the Midlands. This is a hands-on, site-based position, spending 5 days per week on-site, ensuring teams work safely and consistently to the highest standards.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their H&S career, joining a high-performing team within a dynamic, high-risk environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily H&S inspections across demolition and groundworks sites.
• Review and help develop RAMS, toolbox talks, and safe systems of work.
• Provide practical, on-site advice to site managers, supervisors, and operatives.
• Support investigations for accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Deliver safety briefings and training sessions when required.
• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation including CDM Regulations.
• Promote and strengthen a positive safety culture across all projects.

Requirements

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum) or equivalent.
• Experience in construction required; experience in demolition or groundworks highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between sites.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Confident in working in a highly operational, site-based role 5 days a week.

What We Offer

• Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience
• Travel expenses covered or company van provided
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Support in gaining further H&S qualifications
• The chance to work across varied, challenging, and high-profile projects
• A supportive, collaborative working environment

Vacancy Owner: Conor Hamlin | conor.hamlin@shirleyparsons.com | (01296 326 553

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English