Senior Health & Safety ManagerLocation: London with travel to sites across Greater London Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits

Are you ready to lead Health & Safety across some of the most prestigious and technically complex buildings in London? Do you thrive in environments where no two days are the same, and where your expertise directly shapes the safety culture of an entire organisation? If so, this could be the perfect next step.

Why Join Us?For more than 30 years, this organisation has built a reputation for delivering high‑quality M&E and public health installation and maintenance services across residential and commercial properties. Their teams work within some of London’s most iconic environments—places where safety is critical.

As a business they are known for their collaborative culture and long‑standing partnerships with both major housing associations and commercial clients. People stay because they feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a real impact.

They operate a fully integrated management system certified to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001, and as a business are committed to continuous improvement at every level of the business.

The RoleAs the Senior Health & Safety Manager, you will be the strategic lead for all H&S activities across both the operational and maintenance teams. You’ll shape policy, guide senior leadership, mentor a growing H&S team, and ensure sites operate to the highest standards of compliance and best practice.

This is a senior leadership position with visibility at board level and direct influence over how safety is embedded across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Champion a positive, proactive safety culture aligned with ISO 45001 and all relevant legislation
Develop and implement H&S strategies, policies, and procedures across all departments
Lead and mentor a team of H&S professionals, supporting development and performance
Conduct internal audits, workplace inspections, and compliance reviews, driving continuous improvement
Lead accident and incident investigations, including root cause analysis and regulatory reporting
Deliver training to staff at all levels, promoting shared responsibility for safety across the workforce
Liaise with external consultants, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance and best practice alignment

Your BackgroundThis role requires somebody who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills. You’ll be confident influencing senior stakeholders, supporting site teams, and shaping the future of H&S.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

NEBOSH General and/or Construction Certificate
Membership/accreditation with a recognised industry body (TechIOSH/CertIOSH/MIIRSM) with up‑to‑date CPD
Proven experience managing or supervising safety professionals
Strong understanding of construction methods and safe systems of work (MEP/PH)
Experience conducting complex investigations and working with regulatory bodies
Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
Understanding of ESG in line with building practices
Knowledge of integrated management systems

Mercury Hampton Ltd

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