Health And Safety Manager

Reed; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement company seeks a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to lead their safety initiatives. This role is crucial in managing a comprehensive program ensuring compliance with legal standards and promoting a safe workplace environment. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications like NEBOSH, proven managerial experience, and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead health and safety programs

Supportive work environment

Focus on employee well-being

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or equivalent qualifications are required.
• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Manager role.
• Excellent organisational and motivational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the health and safety function across divisions.
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce safety measures.
• Initiate OHS training for employees and executives.

Skills

Data analysis

Risk assessment

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc in Health & Safety Management

Job description

Health & Safety Manager

• Location: Northeast England
• Industry: Home Improvement
• Job Type: Full–time
• Annual Salary: GBP50,000–GBP60,000

We are seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to join a dynamic home improvement company. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in establishing and managing a comprehensive health and safety program across multiple divisions within the organisation. This role requires a proactive individual who can independently develop and implement safety policies and procedures that comply with legal standards and promote a safe working environment.

Day–to–day of the role:

• Independently set up and manage the health and safety function for the company.
• Conduct risk assessments (RAMS) and enforce preventative measures.
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation.
• Initiate and organise OHS training of employees and executives.
• Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker's compensation claims.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities, or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Relevant health and safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager.
• Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines.
• Ability to produce reports and develop relevant policies.
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment.
• Excellent organisational and motivational skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• BSc in Health & Safety Management or relevant field is preferred.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead and develop comprehensive health and safety programs.
• Work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Be part of a company that values safety and employee well–being.

To apply for this Health & Safety Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.