Health And Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Stornoway

Sector: Civil Engineering

Are you a Health & Safety professional looking to make a genuine impact on a major civil engineering project? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering high-profile infrastructure works in a unique island location.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a key role in driving safety, compliance, and best practice on a significant project currently in its site set-up phase, with main works commencing soon. The project will involve multiple subcontractors on site.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee and develop junior Health & Safety Officers, bringing strong guidance and construction expertise—particularly from a civil engineering background.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor on-site Health & Safety team members
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust H&S systems and procedures
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice
• Deliver safety briefings, training, and toolbox talks
• Work closely with project and site teams to embed a strong safety culture

About You

• Proven experience in Health & Safety within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and guide junior staff
• Experience working with civil engineering contractors is desirable
• NEBOSH qualification
• Solid understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach

Support & Structure

You’ll be supported by an experienced senior H&S team, providing guidance and collaboration throughout the project.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Benefits package and pension
• Bonus structure
• Accommodation provided
• Living away allowances

Why Apply?

This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to lead from the front on a major infrastructure project while contributing to a growing and safety-focused organisation. You’ll have the autonomy to make a real difference, backed by a supportive and experienced team.

If you’re ready for your next challenge and want to play a key role in delivering a high-profile project, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV, or for more information contact Louise Knock on 01786 446651, quoting reference J46942.