Construction Health & Safety and Hire Manager

Company Overview

NTG Commercial Services Limited is seeking a proactive and experienced Construction Health & Safety and Hires Manager to oversee all Health & Safety responsibilities across our business and live project sites. Reporting directly to the Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring full compliance, and driving continuous improvement throughout our operations.

We work with some of the largest and most well-known brands across the QSR, retail, and hospitality sectors. Our impressive client portfolio includes Tim Hortons, Subway, German Doner Kebab, Domino’s Pizza, Papa John’s, and many more. As we continue to expand further into retail and hospitality, we have successfully delivered projects for notable brands such as Crocs, Lids, and Phenix Salon Suites.

This is a permanent, hybrid role offering the flexibility of 3 days per week on-site or at our office, and 2 days remote working, allowing you to effectively balance strategic planning with hands-on site engagement.

Role Overview

Health & Safety

• Act as the company’s lead competent person for Health & Safety, supporting directors in meeting their legal obligations.
• Ensure consistent implementation of Health & Safety policies and promote a site-wide culture of safety excellence.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and best practices.
• Lead the drafting, review, and management of detailed Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) aligned with CDM 2015 regulations.
• Develop and maintain company RAMS, including COSHH assessments; review and coordinate subcontractor RAMS.
• Prepare and deliver Health & Safety packs for projects.
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and toolbox talks; deliver timely reports with actionable recommendations to management.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain a company-wide training matrix; deliver internal training and arrange external courses as required.
• Support site managers and subcontractors in fostering a one-team culture of safe working practices.

Hires Management

• Coordinate the timely delivery, placement, and collection of site hires such as welfare units, skips, heaters, and fencing.
• Ensure cost-effective procurement and compliance with waste disposal and company policies regarding hires.
• Review and approve hire invoices and handle any hire-related issues including damages or complaints.
• Maintain weekly reviews of hire usage and requirements in coordination with site managers.

Requirements

Essential:

• NEBOSH General Health and Safety Certificate or equivalent
• Solid understanding of construction methods and on-site safety
• SMSTS
• Ability to write clear and concise safety documentation, including policies and procedures
• Strong capability in drafting comprehensive Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) in line with CDM 2015 regulations, with the confidence and competence to develop, review, and manage CPPs to a high professional standard
• Strong communication, planning, and IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Full/Clean UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• Experience using Procore or other project management platforms
• Black CSCS Card (Manager level) or Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH)
• Experience in fast-paced construction or fit-out environments (e.g., retail, hospitality, QSR)
• Fire safety training or Fire Risk Assessor qualification

What We Offer

Competitive salary of up to £50k and a company car allowance.

Private healthcare.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Monday to Friday working hours.

A company willing to invest in your development and education.

Hybrid working: 3 days on-site/office + 2 days remote.

Company work events.