Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager

4752411
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Cambridge
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Health And Safety
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £47,000-£59,000

Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager

Your New Company

You’ll be joining a large, complex organisation with one of the most significant estates in the UK. The team is responsible for managing and maintaining a diverse portfolio of buildings and land, delivering safe, compliant, and efficient facilities and services. The organisation is committed to creating welcoming, sustainable spaces that support its mission and improve wellbeing for staff, students, and visitors.

Your New Role

As Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager , you will provide strategic and operational leadership for health, safety, and wellbeing across the estates function. You’ll set standards, develop policies, and monitor compliance to ensure statutory obligations are met. Your remit will include construction projects, building maintenance, accommodation services, land management, and more. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing health, safety, and wellbeing strategies, codes of practice, and guidance.
  • Leading audits, inspections, and risk assessments across multiple sites.
  • Advising on risk controls, emerging technologies, and compliance requirements.
  • Managing wellbeing initiatives and monitoring their impact.
  • Designing and delivering training, briefings, and safety communications.
  • Acting as a subject matter expert for health, safety, and wellbeing.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

  • Significant experience advising on property-related health and safety in a multi-site environment.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, standards, and best practice.
  • Proven ability to develop policies, undertake audits, and review risk assessments.
  • Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead projects, influence at all levels, and deliver training.
  • NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification).
  • Graduate-level membership of IOSH (or similar professional body).

What You’ll Get in Return

  • A generous pension scheme.
  • Annual leave of over 40 days (including public holidays).
  • Access to a wide range of employee benefits, including wellbeing support, staff discounts, and development opportunities.
  • A supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
  • Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements.

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