Health and Safety Manager

ZipRecruiter; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in precision manufacturing seeks a Health and Safety Manager to oversee health and safety standards at their growing engineering site. The role includes developing policies, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The successful candidate will enjoy autonomy and support in maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as HSQE Manager in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Understanding of LOLER and RAMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor EHS & Fire policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage hazards.
• Provide EHS training and toolbox talks.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Management

Driving Changes

Education

NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Health and Safety Manager

Are you a Health and Safety Manager looking for your next opportunity? Does the idea of having the autonomy to implement and manage health and safety within an engineering manufacturing site which is growing appeal to you? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes has an exciting opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager for one of our clients.

The Company: With the company's success continuing to grow steadily, they are expanding their workforce on site to maintain production levels. They are a market leader within the precision manufacturing industry and are looking forward to another successful year.

The business has shown consistent growth and is constantly developing new systems to maintain their competitive advantage. The successful Health and Safety Manager will receive support and development to achieve and maintain excellent health and safety standards.

The Role:

1. Develop, maintain, and monitor local EHS & Fire policies, systems, and procedures to meet legislative and operational requirements.
2. Ensure that risk assessments, environmental impact assessments, and fire inspections are conducted by line management and followed up with corrective actions. Manage hazards effectively (e.g., COSHH, Noise, Emissions).
3. Provide EHS & Fire training and toolbox talks for all employees.
4. Advise management on current and upcoming EHS and Fire legislation, setting internal standards for compliance. Identify gaps and areas for improvement.
5. Develop and audit EHS and Fire standards, good practices, and provide reports.
6. Maintain EHS Manuals, processes, procedures, documentation, and records, including ISO45001, ISO14001, and PEFC certifications.
7. Maintain the site fire safety plan and fire logbook.
8. Investigate incidents thoroughly and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
9. Track progress on Health, Safety & Environmental Action Plans, communicate updates, and produce reports for management.
10. Set EHS and Fire safety objectives aligned with site goals.
11. Build and maintain environmental testing protocols in anticipation of future regulations.

Requirements:

• Health and Safety Management experience
• Environmental experience (ideal)
• NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of LOLER and RAMS
• Proven experience as HSQE Manager in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience in driving changes and improvements

If interested, please contact Justin Reynolds at (phone number removed) or apply online. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.