Health & Safety Manager
Location: Swindon
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to join our client. This role is pivotal in driving H&S standards and ensuring a safe working environment with an aim to driving the business toward achieving ISO 45001 certification.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assessment & Audit: Conduct thorough assessments of existing Health & Safety procedures, identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement in both manufacturing and warehouse operations.
2. Policy Development: Develop and implement Health & Safety policies, procedures, and guidelines tailored to our manufacturing and machinery-heavy environment, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
3. ISO 45001 Certification: Lead the business's journey towards ISO 45001 accreditation, including preparing the facility, staff training, documentation, and liaising with auditors.
4. Incident Investigation: Investigate any Health & Safety incidents or near-misses, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
5. Training & Development: Conduct training sessions for employees and management on Health & Safety protocols, safe work practices, and proper equipment handling.
6. Compliance: Ensure the business complies with all relevant Health & Safety legislation, standards, and regulations, including COSHH, RIDDOR, PUWER, and others as applicable.
7. Continuous Improvement: Develop and drive initiatives to foster a culture of continuous improvement in Health & Safety, ensuring that best practices are consistently applied.
8. Reporting & Communication: Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, risk assessments, and compliance data. Provide regular reports to senior management on Health & Safety performance.
9. Equipment Safety: Ensure that all machinery and equipment in the facility is compliant with safety regulations and is regularly inspected, maintained, and certified as necessary.
Key Requirements:
1. Experience: Minimum 5 years of Health & Safety management experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or machinery-heavy industry.
2. Certification: NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent is essential. Additional certifications such as IOSH, COSHH, or other relevant qualifications are advantageous.
3. ISO 45001 Knowledge: Proven experience with ISO 45001 standards, with a track record of leading or participating in successful ISO certification projects.
4. Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations specific to manufacturing and machinery-heavy industries, including risk assessment, machinery safety, and hazard control.
5. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and influence staff at all levels.
6. Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to incident investigation and safety improvement.
7. Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and standards are maintained.
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