Health and Safety Manager
Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Circa GBP60,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
About
My client is a leading housing provider committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and affordable homes across the South East. With a strong focus on community impact, innovation, and sustainability, they are dedicated to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that genuinely values its people, offering a collaborative culture, modern working spaces, and excellent benefits. Employees enjoy flexible working arrangements, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and an industry-leading benefits package, including up to 14% employer pension contributions.
If you re an experienced Health and Safety professional looking to lead and drive improvements in a progressive organisation, this role is for you!
The Role
As the Corporate Health and Safety Manager, you will act as the organisation s Competent Person, ensuring a safe working and living environment for all stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of Property, you will:
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Lead and manage the organisation s health and safety strategy, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation.
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Maintain and oversee ISO45001 accreditation and other safety certifications.
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Develop and deliver health and safety training for all staff, ensuring continuous improvement.
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Create and review safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments to align with best practices.
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Work closely with Asset Management to ensure direct labour teams follow robust safety protocols, including risk and method statements, equipment checks, and PPE compliance.
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Manage compliance control processes, working with external partners and consultants to ensure new laws and regulations are implemented effectively.
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Chair and manage the Health and Safety Panel, driving operational improvements and embedding a strong safety culture.
About You
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To be successful in this role, you will need:
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A professional health and safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
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Experience in fire safety risk assessments for both general needs and specialist housing.
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Proven ability to manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money.
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage at all levels.
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Excellent organisational and administrative skills, able to handle a varied workload.
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A flexible approach, willing to participate in out-of-hours support when required.
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A full UK driving licence and access to a roadworthy, insured vehicle for business use.
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The ability to obtain a satisfactory DBS check.
What s on Offer?
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A dynamic and supportive workplace with a modern office environment and remote working flexibility.
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A generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 14%.
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A strong focus on employee wellbeing, including a dedicated Healthy Lives, Healthy Minds programme.
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Excellent learning and development opportunities, including funded qualifications and leadership programmes.
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A real sense of purpose, working for an organisation that makes a difference in people s lives.