Health and Safety Manager Jobs

Are you passionate about creating safer, more sustainable working environments?

Health and Safety Manager jobs offer an excellent opportunity to make a real impact,  protecting employees, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across diverse industries.

We recruit experienced Health and Safety Managers by working with leading employers in sectors such as renewable energy, construction, manufacturing, and recycling. With the UK’s growing commitment to building a cleaner, greener energy future, demand for talented Health and Safety professionals has never been higher.

What Does a Health and Safety Manager Do?

A Health and Safety Manager plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining workplace safety systems that meet legal and industry standards. You’ll ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) regulations, while fostering a strong safety culture across all levels of the business.

In today’s rapidly evolving energy and industrial sectors, Health and Safety Managers are key to maintaining operational excellence and supporting sustainable growth. Typical responsibilities include:

• Conducting HSEQ and internal audits across sites and departments

• Performing risk assessments and implementing corrective actions

• Developing and enforcing safe systems of work and operational procedures

• Overseeing health, safety, and environmental monitoring on-site

• Coordinating and evaluating emergency drills (fire, first aid, evacuation, etc.)

• Maintaining accurate HSEQ databases and monthly reporting

• Delivering or overseeing safety training programmes to ensure regulatory compliance

• Driving continuous improvement in health and safety performance across the organisation

In the renewables and construction sectors, Health and Safety Managers often play a pivotal role in shaping processes that align with environmental sustainability and clean energy standards.

Skills, Qualities & Qualifications

To excel in a Health and Safety Manager job, you’ll need a proactive approach, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of HSEQ systems and regulations.

Key skills include

• In-depth knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

• Strong risk management and auditing capabilities

• Excellent communication and team leadership skills

• Analytical thinking and the ability to drive process improvements

• Competency in HSEQ reporting and database management

• Attention to detail and commitment to compliance

Health and Safety Managers must also demonstrate the confidence to influence organisational culture, empowering teams to adopt best practices and take responsibility for workplace safety.

Education and Qualifications

To secure a Health and Safety Manager job, most employers require:

• A NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification (essential for most senior roles)

• A degree or HND in a related field such as Engineering, Environmental Science, or Health and Safety Management

• Membership with a professional body such as IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or IIRSM (International Institute of Risk and Safety Management)

Experience in auditing, incident investigation, and compliance management is highly valued, especially within high-risk sectors such as construction, energy, or manufacturing.

Many professionals start their careers in Health and Safety Officer or Advisor roles before progressing to management positions, with opportunities to move into HSEQ Director or Regional Safety Lead roles over time.

Why Choose a Career as a Health and Safety Manager?

A career as a Health and Safety Manager offers purpose, progression, and the opportunity to make a measurable difference in people’s lives. You’ll be instrumental in reducing risk, protecting employees, and ensuring that businesses operate responsibly and efficiently.

With the UK’s expanding renewable energy and recycling industries, Health and Safety Managers are in particularly high demand. Over 250,000 people are currently employed by RenewableUK members, reflecting a sector rich with opportunity for qualified professionals.

Whether you’re looking to apply your expertise in clean energy, heavy industry, or the public sector, this is an exciting and fast-growing field with strong long-term career prospects.

Explore our latest Health and Safety Manager jobs and take the next step in your safety career today.