Health and Safety Manager

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food distribution business is seeking a proactive Health & Safety Manager to oversee compliance across multiple UK sites. This role requires strong experience in logistics and safety management, offering competitive salary and benefits while promoting a culture of health and safety within the organization.

Benefits

Autonomy and ownership in the role

Collaborative, values-driven working environment

Long-term career potential

Qualifications

• Strong background in logistics, warehousing, or food distribution.
• Proven track record of improving health and safety culture in fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health and safety compliance across multiple sites.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Lead accident investigations and deliver training.

Skills

Compliance

Risk Assessment

Training

Communication

Education

IOSH & NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

• Exciting opportunity to lead H&S for a rapidly growing business
• Competitive starting salary & benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a food distribution business known for its commitment to quality and excellence, supplying premium ingredients to some of the most prestigious names in hospitality. With continued growth and expansion across the UK, they are seeking a proactive and experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and elevate their H&S agenda across all operations.

Job Description

• Overseeing health and safety compliance across multiple UK sites including warehouse and transport.
• Conducting risk assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Leading accident investigations and implementing preventive measures.
• Delivering training and fostering a proactive health and safety culture.
• Acting as the main point of contact for all regulatory bodies and insurance-related queries.
• Collaborating with operational teams to ensure continuous improvement and best practice

The Successful Applicant

• IOSH & NEBOSH General Certificate
• Strong background in logistics, warehousing, or food distribution
• Proven track record of improving health and safety culture within a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach and the ability to work independently

What's on Offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 p/a, depending on experience
• Autonomy and ownership in a role with strategic and operational responsibility
• A collaborative, values-driven working environment
• Excellent opportunity to join a growing business with long-term career potential