Health & Safety Manager (2 Year FTC)

Health & Safety Manager (2 Year FTC)

Location: Tilbury, Tilbury OR Thames Estuary, United Kingdom

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (2 Year), Full Time, On-site/Office based, Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 3320

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to support delivery on the Lower Thames Crossing, providing strong leadership across all aspects of health and safety on this nationally significant infrastructure programme. Working closely with the project leadership and HSQE function, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with legislative and project requirements, while driving a proactive, high performing safety culture aligned with Zero Harm principles.

Main Responsibilities

Planning, Management & Coordination

• Support the development and continuous improvement of the project H&S and Wellbeing Management System
• Ensure compliance with CPP, RAMS, and project controls across all work packages
• Coordinate safe systems of work with the client, Principal Contractor/Designer, and subcontractors
• Provide H&S input into construction methodologies, risk assessments, and planning activities
• Support and guide site based H&S teams

Risk Management & Compliance

• Embed major risk frameworks and Life Saving Rules into day to day operations
• Promote a culture of shared responsibility and Stop Work authority
• Oversee high risk activities including plant operations, temporary works, and isolations
• Strengthen risk controls across all phases of delivery

Contracts, Claims and Final Accounts

• Administer subcontract and main contract obligations including variations, early warnings, compensation events, and change management
• Support the preparation and substantiation of claims where required, ensuring accurate records and commercial protection
• Drive timely commercial close out of packages, including agreement of final accounts and resolution of outstanding matters

Incident Investigation & Improvement

• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Drive transparent reporting and a culture of continuous improvement
• Produce learning briefs and ensure close out of corrective actions
• Monitor and analyse safety performance trends

Site Safety, Inspections & Engagement

• Conduct regular site inspections focused on critical risk activities
• Maintain a visible presence on site, reinforcing safety standards
• Engage with the workforce to promote behavioural safety and accountability

Training, Communication & Culture

• Support delivery of the project H&S training and competency framework
• Deliver briefings on key risks, Life Saving Rules, and emergency procedures
• Promote a strong, positive safety culture across all teams

Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure effective and compliant emergency response arrangements are in place across the project

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (Diploma preferred)
• NVQ Level 5 or 6 in Occupational Health & Safety (desirable)
• Significant experience within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects
• Proven background in H&S leadership and management systems
• Strong experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Typically around 10 years' experience, including team leadership or management responsibility
• Experience working within large scale construction or engineering environments

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident leader with ability to influence at all levels
• Analytical, structured, and detail oriented approach
• Strong stakeholder management capability
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider project team
• Experience managing H&S data and reporting tools (Power BI, Excel, Word)
• Full UK right to work and driving licence
• Willingness to travel regularly across project sites

Interested or want to learn more? Apply now or get in touch.