Health & Safety Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager to lead the delivery of Health, Safety and Wellbeing across the Power Business Unit, supporting a portfolio of National Grid projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma / NEBOSH Level 6 (or equivalent) with strong relevant experience
• Proven HSW management experience within Power / Utilities / Electrical Infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrable experience working on National Grid projects, including compliance with National Grid safety standards, systems, and reporting expectations.
• Strong knowledge of LV and HV works and electrical safety management.
• Strong working knowledge of UK legislation including CDM Regulations and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Experience delivering audits, inspections, assurance programmes, and incident investigations.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including client-facing experience.
• Competent in HSW reporting, performance monitoring and KPI management.
• Relevant National Grid competency / authorisation experience (as required for role access and site compliance).
• Experience managing and developing HSW teams.
• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards.
• Experience supporting major framework contracts within National Grid or similar DNO/TSO clients.
• Experience in digital HSW systems, dashboards, BI tools and reporting platforms.
• Experience developing HSW systems, procedures, and competency frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSW support to site and project teams as the designated HSW representative, including best practice guidance, investigations, site assurance, inspections, reviews, meetings, and engagement activities.
• Ensure alignment and compliance with company, client, legal, and industry standards, including coordination with contractors and subcontractors.
• Support the management of high risk activities, contribute to behavioural safety and cultural improvement, and maintain a visible on site presence as required.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, legislation, and industry best practices.
• Produce high quality HSW reports, strategy updates, and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and lead incident investigations and root cause analysis to promote learning and continuous improvement.
• Lead and support HSW meetings, including preparation of reports and materials.
• Manage time effectively across a portfolio of projects and business priorities.
• Lead and manage Health, Safety & Wellbeing across the Power Business Unit, ensuring full compliance with Company, legal, and National Grid requirements.
• Act as the senior HSW representative for National Grid projects across the UK, providing visible leadership and client engagement.
• Ensure safe delivery of works involving LV and HV electrical systems, maintaining compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations and National Grid safety rules.
• Supply proactive HSW support to project teams through site inspections, audits, assurance reviews, and engagement activities.
• Maintain and implement the Health & Safety Management System in line with ISO 45001, Group standards, and client frameworks.
• Monitor and report on HSW performance, including KPI tracking, trend analysis, and reporting to BU leadership and client stakeholders.
• Line manage and develop the HSW team, ensuring consistent standards and effective site support across all projects.
• Support bid and pre construction activities by contributing HSW input, documentation, and compliance evidence for National Grid tenders.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the Power BU, driving behavioural safety initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Support the Better Together safety programme to embed a positive HSW culture across all levels of the organisation.
• Ensure effective coordination of contractors and subcontractors to maintain high HSW standards across all works.
• Maintain regular presence across UK project sites, with travel and overnight stays as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension and 25 days holiday.
• Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK infrastructure projects.