Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager



Location: Barnsley

Hours: Full-time

Recruiting via: The Best Connection



About the Company



Our client is a leading Tier 1 utilities contractor specialising in telecoms, with a strong reputation for exceptional safety and quality standards. With over 300 directly employed staff nationwide and operations centred in Barnsley, they promote a positive, forward-thinking culture built on teamwork, compliance, and operational excellence.



Their commitment to Health, Safety & Environment is reflected through multiple accreditations, including ISO 18001, NERS, and SMAS.



Role Overview



We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Health, Safety & Environment Manager to join our client's operations in Barnsley. This is a key role responsible for driving a positive safety culture across fast-paced telecoms and utilities environments.



You will be a visible, influential presence on-site-supporting site teams, operational managers, and field crews to maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance.



Key Responsibilities



Provide professional HSE guidance across telecoms utility operations, ensuring full legislative and client compliance.



Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, promoting best practice and strong incident prevention.



Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring effective close-out and learning.



Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and on-site coaching to support a positive safety culture.



Ensure alignment with ISO 18001, NERS, SMAS, and other relevant standards.



Analyse safety performance trends and produce clear reports with actionable recommendations.



Drive continuous improvement initiatives within HSE and operational teams.



Represent the business during client audits, meetings, and programme reviews.



Ensure full compliance with HSG47 and safe excavation practices.



Essential Requirements



NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health & Safety



Extensive experience managing H&S within highways excavation environments



Strong and proven knowledge of HSG47 (Avoiding Danger from Underground Services) - essential



Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across Yorkshire



Strong influencing, coaching, and communication skills



Proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for safety culture improvement



Desirable Experience



Background in telecoms or utilities



Knowledge of CDM Regulations



ISO management systems auditing



Incident investigation training (TapRooT, ICAM, etc.)



Strong report writing and interpersonal skills

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