Health And Safety Manager

Forward Assist Recruitment; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Health and Safety Manager to develop and maintain HSE management systems across automotive sites in the UK. This role includes developing policies, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation. The ideal candidate has strong communication and analytical skills, holds a NEBOSH qualification, and has proven experience in a similar environment. The position offers a salary up to £50,000, plus a £6,000 car allowance, and a hybrid work model, requiring 1 to 2 days from home.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a dedicated Health and Safety role in automotive or similar high-risk environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
• Experience with Workplace Transport Regulations and hazardous substances (COSHH).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct audits and safety checks across all locations.
• Lead investigations of accidents and near-misses.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Job description

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Health & Safety Manager

Hybrid, 1 to 2 days from home

Region - Primarily, South West /Thames Valley/ West Midlands

to £50,000 per annum plus £6000 car allowance

42.5 hours

Our client is looking for a Health and Safety Manager that will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the organisations Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management system across all automotive sites.

The right candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. They will have strong analytical and report writing abilities as well as proficient in Microsoft Office.

You will look add value by ensuring full compliance with UK H&S legislation, drive a strong safety culture, and minimise risk associated with all aspects of the auto trade, including workshops, showrooms, parts departments, and customer areas.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: A recognised Health and Safety qualification, such as a NEBOSH National General Certificate.
• Experience: Proven experience in a dedicated Health and Safety role, preferably within the automotive, engineering, manufacturing, or similar high-risk technical environment.
• Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of UK Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation. Specific knowledge of safety relating to Work Place Transport Regulations, vehicle repair, lifting equipment (LOLER), and hazardous substances (COSHH) is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy and System Management:
• Develop, implement, and review comprehensive HSE policies, procedures, and safe systems of work (SSOW) tailored to the auto trade environment (e.g., working with vehicle lifts, handling hazardous substances, managing fire safety in workshops).
• Maintain and continuously improve the H&S Management System, ensuring it meets standards like ISO 45001 (where applicable).
• Compliance and Auditing:
• Ensure the business adheres to all relevant UK legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated regulations (e.g., LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, DSEAR).
• Conduct regular internal audits, inspections, and site safety checks across all locations.
• Manage and coordinate external H&S audits and regulatory visits (e.g., HSE inspectors).
• Undertake and review comprehensive risk assessments for all activities, equipment, and processes, particularly in high-risk areas like vehicle maintenance bays and paint spray booths.
• Implement effective control measures to mitigate identified risks.
• Lead where required the investigation of all accidents, incidents, and near‑misses, ensuring thorough root cause analysis.
• Manage RIDDOR reporting where legally required.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions to avoid recurrence.
• Training and Culture:
• Develop and deliver H&S training programs for all staff (including induction, manual handling, fire warden, and COSHH training).
• Champion a positive and proactive safety culture through engagement, communication, and visible safety leadership.
• Manage environmental compliance, including the safe storage and disposal of waste oils, chemicals, and scrap materials in line with UK regulations (e.g., Environmental Protection Act 1990).

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the criteria. As long as you are experienced for the role, and hold the relevant and required qualifications, we encourage you to apply

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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