Health & Safety Manager
Salary: £46,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Pension + Life Assurance + 22 Days Holiday (plus bank holidays)
Location: Melton
Are you a proactive and strategic Health & Safety professional looking to make a real impact? Our client, a leading and well-established business, is seeking a dynamic Health & Safety Manager to drive a culture of continuous improvement and ensure compliance with all statutory obligations.
The Role:
As the Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in developing and implementing best practices to maintain a safe, legally compliant, and high-performing workplace. Reporting directly to the Site Director, you will be responsible for risk management, audits, training, and engagement across all levels of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert Health & Safety advice to site leadership and employees, fostering a proactive safety culture.
* Oversee the company’s safety system, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and best practices.
* Conduct risk assessments for operations, equipment, and work areas, implementing effective mitigation measures.
* Lead Health & Safety training programs, ensuring managers and employees are fully equipped to uphold safety standards.
* Investigate incidents and accidents, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
* Manage safety inspections, fire drills, alarm testing, and lone working procedures.
* Chair Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensuring actions are completed on time.
* Maintain up-to-date safety records, including training logs and incident reports.
* Keep abreast of changes in Health & Safety legislation and communicate key updates to the business.
* Collaborate with external HSE consultants, insurers, and legal teams as required.
* Lead the development and ongoing review of the Business Continuity Plan to enhance site resilience.
What We’re Looking For:
* A strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to Health & Safety management.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Proven experience in leading Health and Safety programs and chairing safety meetings.
* Strong analytical skills to assess safety programs and implement improvements.
* Budget awareness, ensuring cost-effective implementation of HSE initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience:
* NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum requirement)
* Proven experience as a Health and Safety Manager
* Prior experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of fast-paced production risks and machinery
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of site safety and drive meaningful change in a thriving business. If you’re ready for your next challenge, apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr