Health And Safety Manager

4 weeks ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Somerset Passenger Solutions Ltd. Full time

Job Title: Health & Safety Manager

Location: Ipswich

Contract Type: Permanent

About Us

Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) is a dedicated division of First Bus, providing tailored transport solutions that ensure the perfect journey. Established in 2016, SPS is the sole transport provider for the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater—the largest construction project in Europe. Every day, we move thousands of workers and visitors safely and efficiently to and from the site.

As part of First Bus, we combine industry-leading expertise with cutting-edge technology to enhance the customer experience. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to delivering excellence through investment in our services, technology, and highly trained drivers.

Role Overview

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the safety culture of a Net-Zero megaproject? We have an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Manager to lead and drive operational safety excellence at Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS), part of First Bus.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the highest health and safety standards across our operations, implementing robust procedures, and driving continuous improvement. Your leadership will help shape a proactive safety culture, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements while championing best practices across the business.

This is your chance to make a real impact on a project of national significance—leading safety initiatives that protect our people, passengers, and the future of sustainable transport.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide proactive support and guidance to the Company on compliance with statutory Safety, Health and Environmental requirements and company standards.
  • Respond to requests for advice from colleagues and external organisations.
  • Assisting in the completion of risk assessments relating to Safety, Health and Environmental as required.
  • Proactively work with operational teams to ensure that Safety, Health and Environmental factors are considered at all stages and that relevant control measures are identified.
  • Undertaking monitoring and auditing of the companies' activities, offices and work locations.
  • Investigating incidents where required and producing detailed factual reports identifying root causes and recommendations for improvement.
  • Liaising with authorities and external agencies as necessary.
  • Ensure that an adequate programme of training for Safety, Health and Environmental is established and that the safety culture is encouraged amongst employees.
  • Raise awareness on Safety, Health and Environmental issues through toolbox talks and briefings, delivering training where necessary.

Skills & experience

Essential:

  • 3 years' experience in a Safety, Health & Environmental role.
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office based packages and health and safety IT systems.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.
  • Ability to produce analyst data and produce performance reports.
  • Excellent written and communication skills adaptable to a wide range of audiences.
  • Confident and willing to communicate with Senior Managers, Clients and Site Personnel.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to work with provide advice to, train and promote excellence in Health and Safety to all staff.
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  • Ability to drive behavioural culture change programmes, across a large, complex, multi-shift operation.
  • Have the ability and confidence to provide advice regarding SPS Safety, Health & Environmental procedures and provide guidance and support where required.
    • Awareness of GDPR principles.
  • A flexible approach to working hours as we are a 24/7 business

Desirable:

  • 3 years of experience in a Safety, Health & Environmental Manager role
  • Ability to operate cloud based SHE software systems.

Qualifications & knowledge

Essential:

  • Driving Licence
  • NEBOSH General Certificate
  • Membership of a professional body (IOSH etc)

Desirable:

  • NEBOSH Diploma
  • Knowledge of the transport industry

Please note:

  • You must be able to travel to Somerset for the first month to support your training.

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.

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