Health & Safety Manager

TN United Kingdom; Brighouse; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager to join their team. This role is pivotal in advising management on safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation. You will lead initiatives that promote a safe working environment while collaborating with various teams to implement effective HSE strategies. The position offers flexible working opportunities, a supportive culture, and a chance to make a significant impact in the manufacturing and retail sector. If you are passionate about health and safety and want to drive change, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Free onsite parking

Cultural and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of ISO standards like ISO 14001 and OHSAS.
• Experience in multi-site operations within FMCG industries.

Responsibilities

• Advise management on accident prevention and HSE policy.
• Develop and implement HSE improvement strategies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Legislation Compliance

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Training and Development

Leadership

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

NVQ Level 5 in OHAS

IMEA Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

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About Our Client

This is a well-established, large organisation within the manufacturing & retail sector.

Job Description

• Advise management on accident prevention, environmental incidents, and HSE policy implementation.
• Develop safe operational risk assessments and procedures.
• Review and maintain HSE processes in line with recognised ISO standards such as ISO14001.
• Manage health surveillance, drugs and alcohol testing, and training systems.
• Ensure energy conservation to achieve annual reductions.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and implement HSE improvement strategies.
• Deliver HSE awareness training.
• Analyse incident and environmental data to drive performance improvements.
• Coordinate H&S, and environmental management system processes and internal & external audits.
• Implement safety and environmental management systems, procedures, and policies.
• Investigate workplace incidents to prevent future occurrences.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, training, and provide support.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement risk mitigation measures.
• Follow up on audit actions and non-compliances.
• Perform risk assessments and follow up on resulting actions.
• Stay informed on H&S and environmental legislation changes and assess their impact.
• Generate reports on environmental performance and compliance.
• Investigate environmental incidents and non-compliance issues.
• Provide training on environmental policies and practices.
• Stay updated on environmental legislation and communicate changes to management.

The Successful Applicant

• NEBOSH Diploma/ NVQ L5 in OHAS
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 37001, OHSAS, and ISO 45001 and integrated management systems
• IMEA qualification and membership or equivalent
• Experience working in a multi-site environment with warehousing, transport, and manufacturing within FMCG industries.
• Strong technical knowledge in health, safety, and environmental legislation and compliance.
• Experience of leadership across multi-site operations.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and inspire others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office systems.
• Excellent people management and influencing skills.
• Flexibility regarding work location and hours/shifts.
• Experience in driving and leading change initiatives.
• Proven track record of leading projects.

What's on Offer

• Flexible working opportunities, including remote work options.
• Free onsite parking.
• A variety of cultural and lifestyle benefits promoting work/life balance.