Health & Safety Manager

Euro Executive Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to lead health and safety initiatives at a new pharmaceutical facility near Manchester. This full-time, permanent role involves overseeing the implementation of best-in-class health and safety practices, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in health and safety, particularly within the construction sector, and will demonstrate strong leadership and training skills. With competitive salary options and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday, with option to purchase 5 more

Employer pension scheme

Competitive mileage rate

Travel expenses covered

Flexible working options

Enhanced parental leave

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in health and safety, preferably in construction.
• Strong leadership and training capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health and safety practices across all sites.
• Conduct safety inspections and lead investigations after incidents.
• Deliver training sessions and implement management systems.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Risk Analysis

Training Skills

Health and Safety Management

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Construction Diploma

NVQ Level 4 / EFQ Level 5 in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

AA Euro Group are recruiting for a Health & Safety Manager to join a tier 1 contractor on a new build pharmaceutical facility just outside of Manchester. This is a full-time, permanent position with circa 5 years remaining on this project. The Health & Safety Manager will oversee the implementation of a professional, competent, and knowledge-sharing culture across all sites, ensuring that best-in-class health, safety, and environmental practices are planned, implemented, and shared effectively.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
2. Assist the BU HSE Manager in the consistent rollout of company strategy and expectations within SOPs, guidance, etc.
3. Conduct high-quality safety inspections at a frequency and depth guided by the BU HSE Manager. Perform risk reviews in the absence of the BU HSE Manager and contribute to risk reviews.
4. Attend sites following accidents or incidents and assist with investigations. Lead investigations in the absence of the Project Director.
5. Liaise with enforcement authorities during routine visits or incident investigations.
6. Understand bespoke client requirements and tailor the management system accordingly with line manager approval.
7. Assist with tender and prequalification submissions, advising on health and safety concerns and providing practical solutions.
8. Attend start-up meetings with site teams and other meetings with clients and supply chain as requested.
9. Implement the management system and coach others to use it appropriately.
10. Deliver relevant training sessions.

Experience

1. CMIOSH, Grad IOSH
2. At least 10 years (preferably 5+ in construction industry)
3. At least 10 years as a health and safety professional
4. Inquisitive about root cause analysis
5. Lead improvement initiatives
6. Effective and confident trainer
7. Experience managing and developing trainees

Qualifications

1. NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent
2. NEBOSH Construction Diploma or equivalent
3. NVQ Level 4 / EFQ Level 5 in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
4. SHE Technical Apprenticeship Programme
5. Awareness of lifting operations

Additional Information

1. Competitive salary with yearly increases
2. 26 days holiday, with option to purchase 5 more
3. Employer pension scheme
4. Competitive mileage rate
5. Travel expenses covered
6. Flexible and remote working options
7. Enhanced parental leave
8. Opportunities for professional and educational development