HSE Manager

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Our client is one of the world’s largest and most diverse providers of technical and management services. It offers a full-spectrum of project management, engineering design and construction management to many industry sectors. Within the UK its Nuclear and Defence teams work on a diverse range of projects.  Increased workload from new projects means it is continually recruiting the right calibre of person to get involved in interesting and challenging projects.  The successful person will become part of a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects and international opportunities. 
As HSE Manager, you will join the integrated management team on a civil/structural project of strategic importance to both our client and its business partner. Responsibilities include:
- Influencing and supporting the project team in pursuit of excellent HSE performance
- Assisting in the development and deployment of leading performance indicators
- Coaching and supporting the principal contractor from within the client’s management team
- Assisting in the development of strategic action plans that support continual improvement 
The essential experience is:
- An appropriate membership of a recognised occupational safety and health institute
- Experience as an HSE Manager within the construction industry
· Extensive knowledge of CDM and an ability to perform within the role of client and principal contractor
- Proven ability to work within, lead and influence client, design and contractor teams
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Desirable attributes:
- Knowledge of behavioural safety programmes
- Knowledge of OHSAS18001
- The candidate should understand the HSE implications of the following aspects of the Project:· Demolition of existing buildings - Asbestos abatement works - Reconfiguration of existing utilities - Design and construction of the CAS, including the building super-structure and sub-structure, facility support utilities and external infrastructure. 
The individual will hold a current security clearance for working on defence related projects or a willingness to complete a security vetting process.
The job is for approximately 18 months and is located in Barrow in Furness. 
A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer to all employees.  The flexible benefits programme allows employees to tailor the benefits to their lifestyle, e.g. childcare vouchers, buy and sell holidays. This role could also be taken on an agency/contract basis.