Health And Safety Manager

ZipRecruiter; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Manager to enhance safety protocols in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a strong safety culture among employees. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to implement effective safety measures, oversee incident reporting, and maintain accurate records. If you're passionate about workplace safety and have the expertise to drive positive change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Full benefits to be discussed

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Health and Safety Manager in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of H&S regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures for safety.
• Develop and maintain H&S policies, procedures and manuals.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessments

Food Safety Compliance

HACCP

NEBOSH Certification

Fire Safety Knowledge

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma

Job description

Job Description

About the Company - My client are currently looking for a Health and Safety Manager to join the team in their busy and evolving food manufacturing site based in the Caerphilly area. The successful individual will be responsible for ensuring the company complies with H&S regulations, creating a safe working environment and promoting a strong safety culture. This role involves working closely with production, engineering and technical teams to ensure food safety and operational efficiency.

About the Role - Conduct and review risk assessments and HACCP assessments for production processes. Implement control measures to minimise risks to employees, contractors and visitors. Act as Company Health and Safety Representative, devising and implementing Health & Safety procedures, Risk Assessments and policies. Be the main point of contact for guidance and support from H&S consultancy services. Arrange and chair H&S Committee meetings. Develop, implement and review H&S policies, procedures and manuals. Maintain and oversee incident reporting, near-miss reporting and root cause analysis. Ensure fire safety, first aid and emergency procedures are in place and regularly tested. Promote a positive safety culture through engagement and communication. Conduct regular workplace inspections, audits and safety checks to ensure the business is compliant. Report incidents to HSE where necessary (e.g., RIDDOR). Maintain accurate records of incidents, risk assessments, audits and training. Prepare reports for senior management on H&S performance. Conduct contractor risk assessments and safety checks. Implement control measures to mitigate risks related to machinery, manual handling, allergens, chemicals and workplace hygiene. Ensure business continuity plans include safety and risk considerations. Review and maintain the H&S management system.

Responsibilities:

• Experience as a Health and Safety Manager.
• Experience working in the food manufacturing industry.
• Must have NEBOSH (Certificate or diploma).
• Knowledge with fire safety and compliance, Asbestos control, Legionella.
• Experience of undertaking Risk Assessments.
• DSEAR.
• COSHH.

Pay range and compensation package - Salary up to £50,000. 33 days holiday. Enhanced pension scheme. Full benefits to be discussed.

Equal Opportunity Statement - Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.