Health and Safety Manager

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a supplier of materials for the construction industry on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager.

As a Health & Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in promoting a safe working environment, conducting risk assessments, and implementing health and safety policies.

What's in it for you?

• Starting salary up to £60k - dependant on experience
• 31 days holiday allowance
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Employee wellbeing plan
• Early finish on Fridays
• Company pension contributions
• Funded career development opportunities

In your new role:

• Manage the Health & Safety budget and maintain the site's safety systems
• Oversee and improve the Health & Safety program, ensuring legal compliance
• Regularly update risk assessments and safe work systems to align with site operations
• Conduct specialised risk assessments (e.g. Manual Handling, COSHH) to meet standards and legal requirements
• Support site teams with statutory inspections and ensure machinery safety
• Manage emergency procedures and fire safety in line with policies and risk assessments
• Report RIDDOR incidents to HSE and manage related correspondence
• Investigate accidents/incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company accreditations
• Support business units by promoting Health & Safety best practices
• Organise and lead H&S meetings and present monthly performance reports to senior management
• Collaborate with Business Partners and HR to implement Health & Safety strategies, training, and compliance
• Manage the Health & Safety compliance schedule, internal audits, and inspections.
• Perform various administrative tasks related to Health & Safety

What you will need to succeed:

• At least 3 years' experience in a Health and Safety role
• Relevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH)
• Experience in implementing and managing hazard identification and risk management processes
• Thorough knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Experience in conducting Health and Safety investigations
• Experience in managing and implementing Health and Safety management systems
• Demonstrable experience in building relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

• Experience in the manufacturing industry preferred
• NEBOSH Fire Safety certification
• ISO Lead Auditor Training

For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.