Health and Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager - Demolition & Asbestos Focus

Location: Based in Sidcup, with time split between head office and sites across the region.

A leading specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join their team on a part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a strategic role, ensuring compliance and promoting a strong safety culture across demolition and asbestos projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain health & safety policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice.

• Carry out site inspections and audits to ensure standards are met and proactively identify risks.

• Provide training and guidance to site and office teams on all aspects of health, safety, and environmental compliance.

• Conduct investigations and prepare reports following incidents or near misses.

• Liaise with external stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and senior management to ensure smooth project delivery.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a health & safety role within demolition and asbestos projects.

• Relevant health & safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Certificate, relevant asbestos certifications).

• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and industry standards.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to engage teams on site and in the office.

• Flexibility to work approximately 2-3 days per week in head office, with the remainder of time spent visiting sites.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangement.

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing specialist contractor.

• Competitive day rate or salary, depending on experience.