Health & Safety Manager

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Health & Safety Manager Major Earthworks Project (Main Contractor JV) Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £60,000£70,000 + package
Start: ASAP
Agency: JLL Recruitment (Exclusive Role)
Overview A major UK civil engineering contractor is looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to support a long-term earthworks package within a main contractor joint venture on a nationally significant infrastructure scheme near Portsmouth. This programme runs well beyond 2028 , offering long-term stability and a major career opportunity.
The contractor is a respected, multi-generation, family-run civil engineering business with a strong track record across highways, remediation, flood defence and renewable energy projects. They are known for high standards, strong safety culture and long-term investment in their teams.
Key Responsibilities Lead Health & Safety across a major earthworks package
Carry out inspections, audits, RAMS reviews and toolbox talks
Ensure compliance with CDM, JV procedures and client standards
Support safe systems of work for excavation, plant, haul roads, lifting and traffic management
Investigate incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions
Liaise with JV partners, client H&S teams and regulators
Produce clear reports, documentation and safety briefings
Promote behavioural safety and continuous improvement
Experience Required Proven experience as a H&S Manager or Senior H&S Advisor in civils, earthworks or heavy construction
Strong understanding of excavation, plant operations and high-risk activities
NEBOSH Construction (minimum)
Confident communicator able to influence site teams and subcontractors
Experience working for a main contractor or JV is highly beneficial
Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong reporting skills
Whats on Offer Long-term project running beyond 2028
£60k£70k salary + package
Opportunity to join a respected, family-run civil engineering contractor
Strong pipeline of future work across the UK
Key role shaping safety culture on a major infrastructure scheme
How to Apply This position is being managed exclusively by JLL Recruitment .
To apply or discuss the role confidentially, contact Tim at JLL Recruitment .

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Location:
Portsmouth
Salary:
£70,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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