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Health & Safety Manager (SHEQ) | Construction Contractor | Glasgow 

Are you an experienced Health & Safety Manager looking for a pivotal role in a thriving construction business? This is your opportunity to lead and evolve the SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) function across a well-established, multi-division construction company operating throughout Scotland and the north of England.

As Health & Safety Manager, you'll be the key driver of continuous improvement in SHEQ standards, creating safe and compliant workplaces while championing a proactive health & safety culture.

Why Join as a Health & Safety Manager?

• Attractive salary up to £65,000 (DOE)
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance policy
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Career progression opportunities
• Collaborative, people-first culture where your voice is heard

Key Responsibilities of the Health & Safety Manager:

• Act as SHEQ lead across all business divisions and project sites
• Provide expert legislative and regulatory SHEQ advice to Directors and Managers
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust H&S policies and management systems
• Carry out frequent site inspections and internal audits to monitor compliance
• Analyse performance data, spot trends, and produce monthly reports to drive improvements
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring accurate documentation and preventive follow-ups
• Deliver safety alerts and lessons learned communications across the business
• Oversee and deliver health and safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and maintain ISO (9001, 14001 etc.) and Health & Safety accreditations
• Maintain and update QMS documentation, staff training matrices, and company SHEQ objectives

What We’re Looking For in a Health & Safety Manager:

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Health & Safety
• Degree/Diploma in H&S, Environmental Management or related field
• Strong knowledge of construction-specific SHEQ legislation and standards
• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager or SHEQ Manager role within construction or civil engineering
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Able to lead from the front, influence behaviour, and build trust across all levels
• Organised, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement
• Full UK Driving Licence required – regular travel to sites and other offices is essential

If you are a Health & Safety Manager that holds experience in working for either a Main Contractor, or Construction Consultancy then please reach out to Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James