HSW Senior Manager - Maternity contract

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

This is a large-scale programme in which Mace are working as the Delivery Partner. This programme sits within Mace Consults Central Government and is based in Surrey.

Please note: This role will be based in Weybridge/Remote. The role requires the ability to commute to Surrey on Tuesdays and one other day per week, and London 1 day per week.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the implementation of health safety and wellbeing (HSW) policies, procedures, guidance notes and standards.
• Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach to HSW Management, in particular with our client counterparts within the bounds of the common agreement between parties. Particularly important given the relationship between the ongoing operations of the client and the construction works for the programme.
• Carrying out inspections on behalf of the Delivery Partner, holds contractors to account, and drives good practice as standard.
• Assisting with the resolution of non-conformities raised in third party audits.
• Participating in the development of new standards and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Analysing results of audits, corrective actions and key performance indicators (KPI’s), identifying gaps for continuous improvement.
• Providing timely and accurate reporting for various audiences including delivery partnering leadership, intelligent client function and the Senior Responsible Officer
• Ensuring Incident Investigations are completed on time and lessons are shared.
• Managing and provides leadership to a team of Managers and professionals, ensuring the principles, structures, tools/capabilities and responsibilities are in place to deliver area plans and deliver excellence.
• Providing performance management, technical development and coaching to the Mace and client team.
• Collaborating with senior leaders to deliver cost effective and efficient performance.
• Managing on the HSW portion of procurement of supply chain including ITT, PQQ and assessing tender submissions.
• Driving a culture of proactive and positive HSW management across the Delivery Partner, and the wider programme team.
• Overseeing HSW emergency preparedness and in liaison with the estate H&S Team and in line with the estate emergency arrangements.
• Ensuring that the programme (in particular the client organisation) is complying with its duties under the law.
• Securing the HSW of the Mace team on the programme.
• Working collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

You’ll need to have:

• Proven HSW leadership with advanced legislative knowledge, delivering assurance, audits and improvement.
• Strong stakeholder influence, clear communication and presentation of technical to non-technical audiences.
• Experience improving management systems, managing risk and change, with commercial awareness.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, recognised HSW membership, continuous development and construction industry knowledge.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop. 

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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