Health and Safety Manager - Contracts

Lead Safety. Drive Compliance. Shape Best Practice in an Award Winning Construction and Demolition Business.

Who are we?

Established in 1982, Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire business into one of the South West's leading Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport companies. Despite our growth, we remain proudly family-owned and family-run, with the values, commitment and personal approach that have been at the heart of our success for over 40 years. Operating from strategically located depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury, we deliver comprehensive services across the South West and South Wales.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to join our growing team. Operating across our Construction, Demolition and Plant Hire divisions, this is a key leadership role responsible for driving health and safety excellence throughout our operations.

Working closely with Directors, Contract Managers and site teams, you will champion a positive safety culture, ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and support the delivery of projects to the highest safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a health and safety professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and is passionate about making a real impact across a diverse range of projects.

Responsibilities for the job role:

• Lead, drive and deliver the implementation and continuous improvement of health and safety standards across Construction, Demolition and Plant Hire operations.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations and industry best practice.

• Develop, review and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.

• Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance reviews across multiple locations.

• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

• Support operational teams with project planning and review health and safety documentation including RAMS and Construction Phase Plans.

• Monitor and report on health and safety performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

• Liaise with clients, contractors, regulatory authorities and external auditors.

• Promote a proactive safety culture and encourage employee engagement in health and safety initiatives.

• Support the maintenance of health and safety management systems and relevant accreditations.

What do we require from you?

Essential

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 Health & Safety qualification).

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager role within construction, demolition, civil engineering or plant hire.

• Strong knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation and industry best practice.

• Experience carrying out audits, inspections and incident investigations.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• CMIOSH status.

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

• SMSTS qualification.

• ISO 45001 auditing experience.

• Experience working within demolition operations.

What can we offer you?

• Company Car

• Be part of a progressive family run business

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Free on-site Parking

• Corporate gym membership discount

• Annual Salary Review 

• Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)

• Progression opportunities

• 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support

What are our core values?

If these values align with yours you are in the right place!

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.