Health and Safety Manager

Forward Assist Recruitment; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Manager in Swindon, tasked with developing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental management systems. Candidates should have a NEBOSH qualification and substantial experience within a high-risk sector such as automotive. The role offers a salary of £50,000 plus a car allowance of £6,000, along with additional benefits including enhanced parental pay and wellness programmes. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Access to wellness programmes

Branded uniform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a dedicated Health and Safety role, preferably in automotive or high-risk technical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and review comprehensive HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to UK legislation and conduct audits.
• Undertake risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Lead investigations of accidents and incidents.
• Develop and deliver H&S training programmes.
• Manage environmental compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Report-writing abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Job description

Health & Safety Manager

Hybrid, 1 to 2 days from home. Region – Primarily South West / Thames Valley / West Midlands.

Salary: £50,000 per annum plus £6,000 car allowance. 42.5 hours a week.

Our client is looking for a Health and Safety Manager responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the organisation’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) management system across all automotive sites.

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

You will add value by ensuring full compliance with UK H&S legislation, driving a strong safety culture and minimising 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 Workplace 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. Maintain and continuously improve the H&S Management System, ensuring it meets standards such as ISO 45001 where applicable.
• Compliance and Auditing: Ensure the business adheres to all relevant UK legislation and conduct regular internal audits, inspections and site safety checks. Manage external H&S audits, regulatory visits and HSE inspections.
• Risk Management: Undertake and review comprehensive risk assessments for all activities, equipment and processes, particularly in high‑risk areas such as vehicle maintenance bays and paint spray booths. Implement effective control measures to mitigate identified risks.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations of all accidents, incidents and near‑misses, ensuring thorough root‑cause analysis. Manage RIDDOR reporting where legally required and develop corrective and preventative actions.
• Training and Culture: Develop and deliver H&S training programmes for all staff (induction, manual handling, fire warden and COSHH training). Champion a proactive safety culture through engagement, communication and visible leadership.
• Environmental: Manage environmental compliance, including the safe storage and disposal of waste oils, chemicals and scrap materials in line with UK regulations.

Benefits

• Additional day off for your birthday.
• 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Payment of pension with auto‑enrolment.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay policies.
• Access to wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes, including 24‑hr online GP access and second medical opinion.
• Mental health first aiders and reward & recognition programmes.
• Annual appraisal programme with progression opportunities.
• Manufacturer training and in‑house training access.
• Branded uniform.

Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Information

• Job Title: Health and Safety Manager
• Company: Forward Assist Recruitment
• Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time
• Salary: £50,000 per annum + £6,000 car allowance
• Posted: 10 Jan 2026 (Closing date)