Health & Safety Manager

Job Introduction

Location: University of Greenwich (Averyhill, Greenwich and Medway campus)
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 40hrs per week
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum plus 5% bonus and £1,300 flexible benefit fund

Ready to own safety on one of London’s most distinctive university estates?

At Sodexo Universities, we’re looking for a QSHE Manager to lead our Health & Safety agenda across the University of Greenwich contract —spanning busy student spaces, specialist facilities, and beautiful listed buildings. You’ll be the visible, trusted expert who turns compliance into clear, everyday behaviours: coaching managers, sharpening our integrated management system, and driving a genuine zero-harm culture across all IFM services. Reporting to the Contract & Compliance Manager and partnering closely with the Partnership Director, you’ll set the pace on statutory training and competency, dig into incidents with real root-cause rigour, and use data to spot trends before they become issues, always keeping client expectations front and centre.

If you’re NEBOSH-qualified, confident across hard and soft FM, and at your best influencing on the floor as well as in the boardroom, this is your chance to make a visible, lasting impact where it matters most: people going home safe, every day.

What you’ll do

• Develop and lead the operation and promotion of an integrated management system, encompassing a proactive health and safety culture, utilising Sodexo management systems policies and procedures including risk assessments and accident prevention.
• Provide appropriate independent accident / incident investigation advice and undertake root cause analysis
• Drive a zero harm culture encouraging the reporting and close out of unsafe acts, behaviours and environments
• Provide comprehensive and practical advice to managers on best practice
• Work closely with the senior management team to identify key risks and issues, share best practice and assist with preparation for Client meetings and queries

For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What you bring

• Experience of managing safety in a similar environment
• Experience and responsibility for a safety management system operation
• Commitment to HSE management and experience within a senior Health and Safety role
• Certification to NEBOSH General Certificate
• Ability to produce and analyse data and reports

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Level 6 Health and Safety qualification
• Experience of soft and hard facilities safety management

What We Offer:

Being part of Sodexo isn’t just about having a job—it’s about building a career and making a real impact. In addition to competitive pay and a fantastic work-life balance, we offer:

• Wellbeing Support – Access to mental health and wellness platforms, plus a 24/7 virtual GP.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for legal, financial, and personal matters.
• Exclusive Discounts – Save on retail, travel, dining, and more through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
• Financial Benefits – Salary Finance Platform to help with money management and savings.
• Retirement Planning – Membership in the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Career Development – Learning and training opportunities to help you grow.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit while commuting.
• Volunteering Opportunities – Give back to your community with our support.
• Full Training & Uniform Provided – We set you up for success from day one.

Join Us Today!

If you’re looking for a rewarding role in a company that values its people,