Health And Safety Manager

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Aylesham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Manager for a manufacturing client in Aylesham, Kent. This role involves ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, managing policies, and conducting audits. Candidates must have a NEBOSH qualification and significant experience in HSE roles. The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a safety-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Essential NEBOSH qualification.
• Experience in HSE roles within manufacturing.
• Ability to implement HSE compliance changes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure legal compliance with HSE requirements.
• Manage risk assessments and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and implement measures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Positive approach

Teamwork

Independence

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or Diploma

Tools

ISO 14001 knowledge

ISO 45001 knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Health and Safety Manager

Location: Aylesham, Kent

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the packaging industry, is seeking an experienced HSE Compliance Manager to ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations and standards. This key role requires a proactive professional who can manage systems, audits, and training while driving a culture of safety and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure legal compliance with all HSE requirements and implement changes as needed.
• Manage and monitor policies, risk assessments, audits, and corrective actions.
• Oversee compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
• Maintain COSHH and DSE registers and deliver HSE training, inductions, and toolbox talks.
• Develop and execute health surveillance and wellbeing strategies.
• Collaborate with HR and management on risk assessments and occupational health referrals.
• Prepare reports for KPIs, board reviews, and monthly management meetings.

Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate or Diploma (essential).
• Auditor trained with strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and 45001.
• Proven experience in HSE roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive, proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and employee wellbeing.