Health and Safety Manager

Posted 13 March 2026
Salary Up to £71000 per annum + £5,750 car allowance
LocationWhitehaven
Job type Permanent
Discipline Nuclear Engineering
ReferenceBBBH22985_1773392097

Job description

An experienced Health & Safety Manager is required to lead and manage all safety, health and wellbeing activities on a major nuclear and civil infrastructure project in Whitehaven. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with UK legislation, nuclear site requirements and project safety standards within a highly regulated environment.

Who This Role Would Suit

This role would suit an experienced Health & Safety professional who thrives in complex, safety-critical environments such as nuclear, infrastructure or major construction projects. It would particularly appeal to someone confident working with senior stakeholders, managing subcontractors and promoting a proactive safety culture while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of the project Health & Safety Management System.
  • Provide expert safety advice to the Project Director and senior leadership team.
  • Conduct site inspections, audits and assurance activities to ensure full compliance.
  • Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions.
  • Review and monitor RAMS, construction safety documentation and high-risk activities on site.

Requirements.

  • Proven experience in Senior Health & Safety positions.
  • Previous experience on Nuclear related projects.
  • NEBOSH certified
  • CMIOSH highly desirable
  • Lead Auditor certified desirable

Location: Whitehaven
Permanent: Full Time, 40 hrs
Salary: circa £71k (dependent on experience) + £5.7k Car Allowance
Benefits

25 days holiday (plus 8 days bank holidays)

Up to 8% pension contribution

Private medical insurance

APPLY NOW! Contact Jacob for further details - jacob@es-recruit.com 0161 4166249