Health and Safety Manager

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Kidderminster is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Manager. In this pivotal role, you will manage all aspects of HSE and Quality Assurance while fostering a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers an attractive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Familiarity with risk assessment systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) ensuring compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and regular site inspections.
• Lead quality investigations and manage audits.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

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18.06.2025

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Health, Safety & Quality Manager
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Full-Time | Permanent | Monday-Friday
£50,000 TO 55,000 per annum

About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health, Safety & Quality Manager to join a reputable and well-established manufacturing business in Kidderminster. This is a critical leadership position responsible for managing all aspects of Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Quality Assurance (QA) across the site.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and embedding a positive health and safety culture, while also ensuring the company's products meet and exceed quality standards. You'll work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and senior leadership, leading the charge on compliance, employee wellbeing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
* Take full ownership of the company's Health & Safety Management System (HSMS), ensuring legal compliance and best practice implementation.
* Carry out regular site inspections and risk assessments, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
* Maintain and update the site's Health & Safety Policy, procedures, and risk registers.
* Investigate and report on accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are communicated and completed.
* Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and employee training in line with legislative requirements and internal standards.
* Lead fire safety measures, emergency preparedness, and first aid coordination on site.
* Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, insurers) and ensure the site is audit-ready at all times.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
* Manage and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
* Develop and implement quality inspection procedures and testing protocols across production stages.
* Monitor product quality and drive the resolution of quality issues through root cause analysis and CAPA processes.
* Conduct internal audits and manage external certification and surveillance audits.
* Lead quality investigations, manage customer complaints, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
* Maintain and oversee document control, calibration records, and product traceability logs.
Leadership & Strategic Input
* Act as a trusted advisor to the senior management team on all matters relating to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality.
* Create and deliver the site's HSQ strategy and continuous improvement roadmap.
* Champion employee engagement and behavioural safety initiatives, building a positive and proactive HSQ culture.
* Mentor and develop staff in best practices for quality and safety awareness.
* Oversee the performance of the site's safety and quality KPIs, reporting regularly to senior leadership.

Ideal Candidate Profile
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments.
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) is essential; NEBOSH Diploma or working towards is desirable.
* Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, with experience managing audits and certification processes.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
* Confident using systems for risk assessments, QMS, reporting, and data tracking.

What's on Offer
* £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
* A senior-level opportunity to shape and lead HSQ practices at a key manufacturing site.
* A strategic role with high visibility across the business and the chance to implement long-term improvements.
* Ongoing professional development and support for further qualifications.
* A collaborative and supportive team environment.