HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

ES Global | Freelance / Zero Hours | Fixed Term | Glasgow

ES Global is a world‑leading specialist in temporary structures and event overlay, delivering large‑scale live environments for major sporting, cultural and public events across the UK and internationally.

We are now recruiting an experiencedHealth & Safety Manager, ideally based in Glasgow, to support the safe delivery of multiple major event venues across the city this summer.

This is a fixed‑term contract role runningfrom 1st July to 11th August 2026, withsome flexibility on dates depending on venue requirements. There are no ongoing or permanent opportunities attached to this position.

🎯 THE ROLE

As Health & Safety Manager, you will act as the lead safety authority across several large temporary construction and event overlay venues in Glasgow.
You will collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers, Construction Managers and Supervisory Crew to ensure all activities are planned, delivered and monitored in line with legislation, best practice and ES Global’s established safety standards.

This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on position requiring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills and experience managing safety in complex, multi‑contractor environments.

🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Lead daily site safety management across multiple venues
Conduct inspections, audits and active monitoring throughout build and dismantle phases
Review and approve RAMS, lift plans, WAH controls and technical documentation
Support Supervisory Crew with safe execution of structural, scaffold and temporary works
Participate in and deliver Daily Activity Briefings (DABs)
Monitor high‑risk activities including WAH, plant movement, lifting ops and material handling
Ensure PPE compliance and safe systems of work are adhered to at all times
Manage reporting, investigation and close‑out of incidents and near misses
Liaise with client H&S teams, authorities and other contractors
Maintain accurate safety records, logs and statutory documentation
Drive a proactive safety culture across all venues

🦺 KEY HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation, CDM Regulations and company policies
Confirm that WAH controls, fall‑prevention systems and rescue plans are properly implemented
Monitor crew welfare, including heat exposure, fatigue and hydration
Communicate emergency procedures and ensure first aid arrangements are understood
Intervene and stop work where unsafe conditions or behaviours occur
Encourage open reporting and support continuous improvement
Maintain a strong, visible presence across all work areas

💼 WHAT YOU WILL BRING

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (essential)
Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager on events overlay or temporary structure projects
Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM
Experience overseeing WAH, lifting operations, scaffold systems and temporary structures
Confident communicator able to influence behaviours and engage with diverse teams
Ability to interpret RAMS, drawings and technical documentation
Calm, structured approach when working under pressure
Event overlay experience (highly desirable)
Ideally based locally within the Glasgow area

🌍 WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a site‑based, hands‑on role across multiple high‑profile venues within Glasgow.
Work will take place indoors and outdoors, in busy environments and in varying weather conditions.

The contract runs from1st July to 11th August 2026, withsome flexibility dependent on venue schedules.
Working hours may vary, with early starts, extended shifts and weekend work required to meet programme demands.

💼 EXPECTED BEHAVIOURS

We expect all team members to:

Arrive on time, ready to work
Uphold company policies and safety procedures
Maintain a professional, positive and respectful attitude
Escalate hazards or issues immediately
Communicate clearly and work collaboratively
Respect confidentiality and client NDAs
Embrace flexibility in a dynamic project environment

🚫 ZERO TOLERANCE

We operate a strict zero‑tolerance policy toward unsafe behaviour, drug or alcohol use, and misuse of equipment.

🚀 JOIN US THIS SUMMER

If you are aNEBOSH‑qualified Health & Safety professional, ideally based in Glasgow, and want to play a vital role in a major city‑wide build this summer, we would love to hear from you.

This contract runs1 July – 11 August 2026 (with some date flexibility).
The closing date for applications is Friday 24th April 2026.

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