Health and Safety Manager

Huntress - Maidstone; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consulting firm based in Medway is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager. This role involves developing and implementing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a positive safety culture across the organization. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in health and safety management along with excellent communication and leadership skills. The position is full-time, permanent, offering a competitive salary plus an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety management role.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health & safety policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Deliver training on health & safety best practices.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a safety culture.

Skills

Health & Safety management experience

Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Job description

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Medway, Kent

Salary: 50,000 + 3000 Annual Bonus

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety Manager to join our clients team in Medway. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of health and safety strategy, compliance, and culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health & safety policies and procedures in line with current legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to ensure a safe working environment.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff on health & safety best practices.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a positive safety culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety management role.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.