Health, Safety And Compliance Manager

Reed; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution based in Manchester is seeking an experienced Health, Safety and Compliance Manager. In this role, you will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation while promoting a culture of risk awareness. You will manage facilities services and ensure operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have NEBOSH qualifications, a minimum of three years in health and safety, and strong organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in health and safety and facilities management.
• Experience working under pressure and managing changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure fire safety compliance and conduct safety inspections.
• Manage contractor control and ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Professional membership (IOSH)

Job description

Health, Safety and Compliance Manager

Location: FE College Group based in Manchester Salary: £36,515 - £40,236 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Health, Safety and Compliance Manager to lead on creating and maintaining a safe environment for staff, students, visitors, and contractors. This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on management, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and promoting a culture of risk awareness rather than risk avoidance.

You will also manage soft facilities services and oversee facilities hire activities, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Ensure fire safety compliance, including fire risk assessments, drills, and equipment checks.
• Conduct health and safety inspections and accident investigations, producing reports and recommendations.
• Manage contractor control and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Support environmental management, including waste disposal and hazardous substances.
• Facilitate first aid provision and health and safety training programmes.
• Oversee soft facilities management and facilities hire operations.

About You

We are seeking a proactive and organised professional with:

• Recognised health and safety qualifications (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent).
• Minimum three years’ experience in health and safety and facilities management.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.
• Hold experience in an educational setting - I.e Further Education or Higher Education

Professional membership (IOSH) and experience in educational or multi‑site environments are desirable.

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.
• Full driving licence and access to transport.
• Enhanced DBS check required.