Compliance Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Health, Safety & Compliance Manager

Location: East Midlands (Office-based with occasional site travel)

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established and growing multi-industry organisation is seeking a Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to lead and develop its Health, Safety, Environmental, and Compliance function. This is a brand-new role offering a genuine opportunity to shape, implement, and continuously improve processes across a diverse operational portfolio, including construction, maintenance, refurbishment, civils, and associated services.

Predominantly office-based in the East Midlands, the role involves occasional travel to regional sites. Working closely with senior leadership, you will act as the company’s competent person for Health & Safety, providing expert advice, driving compliance, and embedding a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the business.

• Lead and develop the organisation-wide Health, Safety & Compliance strategy.
• Act as the competent person under the Health and Safety at Work Act and provide authoritative guidance to senior management and operational teams.
• Promote a positive safety culture, encouraging engagement and open reporting across all departments.
• Attend senior management meetings, providing KPI reports and actionable insights.

• Develop, implement, and review Health & Safety policies, procedures, and safe systems of work in line with current legislation and industry best practice.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), and relevant statutory requirements including PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, LEV, DSE, fire safety, and first aid.
• Maintain accurate and controlled documentation within the Integrated Management System.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, insurers, and external auditors as required.

• Produce, review, and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Prepare and maintain Construction Phase Plans (CPPs).
• Oversee implementation of site rules, welfare arrangements, emergency procedures, and controls for high-risk activities.

• Conduct internal audits, site inspections, and technical audits of workmanship and compliance.
• Track non-conformances and corrective actions to completion.
• Use audit data and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage accident, incident, and near-miss reporting, including RIDDOR compliance.
• Lead investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventative measures.
• Oversee environmental compliance in line with ISO 14001 and company policy.

• NEBOSH National General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma or working towards (preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior Health, Safety & Compliance role within construction, civils, maintenance, or similar operational environments.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM 2015, ISO management systems, and risk management principles.
• Experience preparing RAMS and Construction Phase Plans.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel regionally as required.
• First Aid at Work and Fire Marshal certification desirable (training can be provided).

• Competitive salary of £50,000–£55,000 (DOE).
• Permanent, full-time position (Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week).
• Office-based role with regional site exposure.
• The opportunity to build and shape the Health, Safety & Compliance function within a growing organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional ready to take ownership of a function and make a lasting impact within a dynamic and expanding business.