Safety First Manager

As well as a competitive salary, pension and performance related bonus offering, we have a wealth of benefits available ranging from flexible working; market leading family policies and shopping discounts in the West End, to private healthcare; life and critical illness cover and 28 days holiday with the option to buy more. We value work life balance and your wellbeing highly, enabling you to be your best self to work.

• Support facilities management teams in meeting statutory health and safety obligations and KPIs, including fire safety, asbestos, gas and electrical safety, legionella, lifting equipment and building safety

• Work closely with surveying, engineering and property teams to ensure compliance across residential and commercial assets

• Lead and manage HSE audits, inspections and compliance monitoring programmes

• Investigate incidents, conduct robust root cause analysis and implement preventative measures

• Ensure remedial actions are identified, prioritised and delivered promptly

• Support the implementation of The Crown Estate's Health & Safety Policy, Standards and ISO 45001-aligned management systems

• Maintain accurate, complete compliance records using digital asset and risk management platforms

• Develop and update policies, procedures and guidance to reflect regulatory and operational best practice

• Build strong working relationships with contractors, tenants, service partners, internal teams and enforcement bodies

• Provide professional out-of-hours support for critical safety incidents when required

• Travel across the portfolio to support sites, build relationships and gain insight into operational risks

Advert Close date: 16th November 2026

At The Crown Estate, we manage and invest in land and property for the benefit of the nation. Our diverse portfolio includes some of the UK's most iconic places, and our purpose-driven approach means everything we do is underpinned by long-term value, sustainability and responsibility.

Safety is fundamental to how we operate. Our Safety First approach ensures the health, safety, security, environment and wellbeing of everyone who works in, visits or lives within our assets.

We're looking for a 'Safety First Manager' to play a pivotal role in embedding a strong safety culture and driving excellence in health and safety across our Urban Real Estate portfolio.

Reporting to the Safety First Lead, you'll act as a trusted expert and advisor to property, facilities management and delivery teams, supporting statutory compliance, shaping best practice and ensuring risks are effectively managed across a complex, mixed-use estate.

This is a hands-on, influential role offering variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.

We're keen to hear from safety professionals who bring both technical expertise and strong stakeholder skills.