Health and Safety Manager

TN United Kingdom; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage sector is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to cultivate a robust safety culture. The role involves policy leadership, risk management, and promoting safety awareness. With a focus on compliance and proactive safety behaviors, this position offers a supportive work environment and various wellbeing perks.

Benefits

9% Employer pension

Private medical coverage

Employee assistance programs

Various wellbeing and financial perks

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in health and safety management within manufacturing or agriculture sectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to inspire and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update health and safety policies, ensuring compliance.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and lead audits.
• Promote safety awareness through campaigns and training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

NEBOSH/IOSH certification

Job description

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Are you a seasoned Health & Safety professional eager to lead transformative cultural change in a dynamic manufacturing environment?

This is your opportunity to go beyond compliance and embed a proactive, people-first safety ethos across operations.

About the Company

Join a globally recognised leader in the beverage sector, renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. I am working with a business that blends tradition with forward-thinking practices, fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

The Role

As the Health & Safety Manager, you'll be instrumental in cultivating a robust safety culture. Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Policy Leadership: Develop and update health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and effectively communicate these across various platforms.
• Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, lead audits, and collaborate with external agencies to uphold safety standards.
• Emergency Preparedness: Design and implement response plans, coordinate drills, and oversee the maintenance of emergency equipment.
• Cultural Transformation: Promote safety awareness through campaigns, training, and continuous improvement initiatives, leading by example to inspire proactive safety behaviors.
• Incident Analysis: Investigate incidents and near-misses, identify root causes, and develop preventative strategies in partnership with functional teams.
• Budget Oversight: Manage the health and safety budget, ensuring training programs are adequately resourced.

What's in It for You?

• 9% Employer pension
• Private medical coverage, employee assistance programs, and various wellbeing and financial perks.
• Play part in an impactful role
• Supportive work environment

What You'll Bring

Experience: 5-10 years in health and safety management within manufacturing or agriculture sectors.

Qualifications: A degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field. NEBOSH/IOSH certification is highly desirable.

Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills to inspire and influence others, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Methodologies: Experience with Lean, 5S, or Six Sigma methodologies.

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead change and build relationships across various organizational levels.

If this sounds like it could be of interest, please reach out to me on 01780 480530 or email your CV to me.