Health and Safety Manager

Vanrath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fit-out contractor is seeking a Health and Safety Manager for their Dundonald office in Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will oversee compliance with health and safety regulations, ensure environmental sustainability, and foster a safety-focused culture within the company. Offering a competitive salary and a chance to shape EHS strategies, this role is perfect for a motivated professional passionate about health and safety.

Benefits

Flexible working (option to work one day a week from home)

Company pension

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of EHS practices in joinery manufacturing and recycling operations.
• Experience in woodworking machinery safety and chemical handling.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations.
• Conduct EHS inspections and develop Risk Assessments.
• Deliver EHS training sessions related to safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Mindset

Education

Membership with IOSH or IEMA

Knowledge of COSHH, PUWER, and WEEE regulations

Job description

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Health and Safety Manager
Are you looking for a Health and Safety Manager role? Interested in working for a leading fit-out contractor?

VANRATH are recruiting a Health and Safety Manager to work for a leading fit out contractor based in Dundonald, Northern Ireland.

Remuneration:
c£45,000 to £55,000 DOE + package

What's in it for you?

• Flexible working (option to work one day a week from home)
• Company pension

Client:
Our client is a leading interior fit-out contractor that have been operating for over 50 years. They specialise in creating outstanding interior fit-outs for the commercial, hospitality and retail sectors. The company take pride in creating bespoke solutions for their clients and due to the quality of their work win a lot of repeat business.

The company have a lot of projects on in Belfast, with many more in the pipeline. They have a great opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager to join them on a permanent basis, based out of their offices in Dundonald.

Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM Regulations 2015, and relevant UK joinery manufacturing and recycling regulations
• Conduct EHS site inspections for manufacturing facilities, recycling units, and fit-out sites to ensure compliance
• Create, implement, and review EHS plans tailored to joinery manufacturing and recycling operations.
• Develop and oversee Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for activities involving machinery, hazardous materials, and fit-out installations
• Identify and mitigate risks related to woodworking equipment, waste handling, and recycling processes
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
• Deliver EHS training sessions specific to woodworking machinery safety, material handling, and recycling operations
• Conduct toolbox talks and awareness sessions focusing on fire safety, dust control, and manual handling in joinery manufacturing.

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability:

• Ensure adherence to waste management regulations, including proper segregation and recycling of materials
• Promote initiatives to reduce waste, increase energy efficiency, and improve the sustainability of manufacturing and recycling processes
• Monitor air quality in joinery facilities (e.g., dust and VOC emissions) and implement controls to meet environmental standards.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, including COSHH assessments for adhesives, finishes, and other chemicals used in joinery
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting compliance status and areas for improvement
• Ensure contractors and subcontractors meet EHS documentation requirements, including licenses for handling recycled materials.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with project managers, manufacturing teams, recycling operators, and contractors to integrate EHS objectives into daily activities
• Act as the key point of contact for regulatory bodies and external auditors on EHS matters

Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of EHS practices in joinery manufacturing, construction fit-out, and recycling operations
• Experience in woodworking machinery safety, chemical handling, and waste management
• Strong leadership and communication skills to drive EHS initiatives and influence stakeholders
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions
• Familiarity with environmental management systems (ISO 14001) and health & safety systems (ISO 45001)
• Membership with IOSH or IEMA (preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including COSHH, PUWER, and WEEE regulations