Health and Safety Manager

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to ensure safety and compliance across multiple manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include managing health and safety strategies, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a positive safety culture. Ideal candidates will have NEBOSH qualification, prior experience in manufacturing environments, and strong communication skills. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments, ideally food manufacturing or packaging.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Knowledge of management system standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, BRC).

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for H&S at all sites.
• Manage the full H&S remit, including safety briefings and risk assessments.
• Drive initiatives to mitigate operational risks.
• Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with HSE requirements.

Skills

NEBOSH Qualified or equivalent

Experience as a H&S Manager / SHEQ Manager

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in IT (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Team-building and motivational skills

Education

NEBOSH Certification

Job description

Health and Safety Manager

Location: Blackmill; Bridgend & Cambrian; Tonypandy

Pay: GBP50,000 to GBP60,000 (Depending on Experience)

Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8am to 4pm

Role

As a Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our client protects its workforce, meets regulatory requirements, protects the environment, and maintains high-quality standards in the manufacturing and distribution of their products.

You will use your knowledge and expertise to promote a positive H&S culture in the workplace, while encouraging and training staff to comply with environmental obligations. You will work closely with other managers across the business.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for H&S at all sites, acting as the escalation point.
• Manage the full H&S remit, including safety briefings, risk assessments, and developing and implementing H&S strategies in line with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure company Management Systems are up to date and compliant.
• Drive initiatives to mitigate operational risks.
• Support a positive safety culture.
• Conduct operational tasks such as risk assessments, site inspections, and equipment installations.
• Manage and control the Hazard Tag process.
• Maintain records, monitor accidents, report incidents, and implement improvements to reduce risks.
• Chair monthly H&S meetings, documenting and addressing actions.
• Monitor and report on SHEQ performance metrics.
• Lead, support, and enforce training across all levels.
• Maintain and update SHEQ documentation, including policies, procedures, and safety instructions.
• Coordinate with the Compliance Manager to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support and mentor the quality team.
• Stay updated on legislation and HSE developments affecting the industry.
• Manage workload efficiently, being time and cost conscious.
• Promote continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation, leveraging technology for efficiency.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping and adherence to safety standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with HSE requirements.
• Perform additional duties as necessary for the business.

Skills:

• NEBOSH Qualified or equivalent.
• Experience as a H&S Manager / SHEQ Manager.
• Background in fast-paced manufacturing environments, ideally food manufacturing or packaging.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver results.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Proactive, able to work independently.
• Proficient in IT (Outlook, Excel, Word) and capable of learning business-specific applications.
• Experience in negotiation, report writing, and presentations.
• Team-building and motivational skills.
• Interpersonal and people management skills.
• Knowledge of management system standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, BRC).
• Understanding of quality, health and safety, and environmental management systems.
• Ability to analyze complex information and present it clearly.

Apply today with an up-to-date CV.