Health & Safety Manager

Intoheat; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Intoheat, based in Bristol, is looking for a Health & Safety Manager to lead health and safety initiatives. This role encompasses strategic oversight, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and developing a culture of safety.

The successful candidate will have senior HSE experience, skills in risk assessment, and qualifications like NEBOSH. You will also lead the HSE team while maintaining effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting in-depth incident investigations and interpretations of accident data.
• Certification such as CertIOSH and ideally working towards Chartered level.
• First Aid and Fire Marshall certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE team, ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
• Conduct audits and provide regular HSE presence.
• Manage and maintain safety management systems and procedures.

Skills

Senior, hands on, workplace HSE experience

Knowledge of UK HSE regulations

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Strong analytical skills

Education

Degree/Equivalent experience in Occupational Health & Safety

NEBOSH Qualification or NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Join INTOHEAT as a Health & Safety Manager

INTOHEAT Ltd is a Mechanical & Electrical building services company with bases in Bristol and Exeter, operating nationally. We specialise in Mechanical & Electrical Design, Installation and Service & Maintenance across the building services industry.

We employ a team of highly qualified and experienced engineers and have the capacity and flexibility to handle all sizes of projects – small to large. Our efficient, personal and friendly service ensures every project is managed to the highest standards in terms of estimating, planning, design, installation and ongoing maintenance. We are also a proud member of the Building Engineering Services Association. We pride ourselves on personal service and customer satisfaction. From design through to installation and maintenance, we are committed to excellence in managing our clients’ requirements.

About the Role:

• Job title: Health & Safety Manager
• Department: Bristol/Exeter Office
• Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Reports to: Board of Directors
• Location: Bristol Office, BS35 or the Exeter Office, EX2, with weekly travel between both

Main purpose of the role

The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager leads on the health, safety and environmental programs and policies for Intoheat at a strategic level. This role ensures compliance with UK regulatory requirements and ensures a culture of safety within the organisation.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities.

• Lead the HSE team on all activity whilst ensuring compliance with UK HSE regulations and standards (e.g. Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Environment Agency)
• Weekly visits to both Bristol & Exeter Head Office and its associated sites to conduct Audits, Toolbox talks and provide regular HSE presence
• Line management of the HSE team, completing 1:1’s in line with the company’s appraisal process, advocating for their training and development
• Identification and assessment of potential hazards and implementation of risk mitigation strategies, to prevent accidents and ill-health across the organisation
• Investigation of HSE incidents and near-misses, determine root causes and develop corrective actions with the support of the HSE team
• Tracking and reporting on KPIs; both internally and on our supply chain to report to the board regularly
• Development and implementation of safety management systems, policies, and procedures
• Risk analysis and effective assessment of management systems against ISO 45001
• Lead on HSE inspections and internal audits to ensure workplace compliance with safety standards
• Lead on all HSE-related issues, providing sound guidance and support to staff and management
• Lead on ISO certification and aid with SSIP accreditations and tender submissions
• Continuous Improvement: Promote continuous improvement in SHE practices and performance through regular review and updating of policies and procedures.
• Responding to out of hours calls
• Any other reasonable task to ensure the smooth running of the business

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience of:

• Senior, hands on, workplace HSE experience within a similar industry, with a passion and enthusiasm for health, safety and environmental compliance
• Sound knowledge and understanding of UK HSE regulations and standards
• Conducting in-depth incident investigations and interpretations of accident and incident data
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Inc. Excel and PowerPoint)
• CertIOSH, ideally working towards Chartered level
• Degree/Equivalent experience in Occupational Health & Safety
• NEBOSH Qualification or NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety
• First Aid at Work
• Fire Marshall

Skills and abilities

• Be a problem solver, using discretion to direct enquiries where appropriate to ensure business efficiency
• The ability to communicate effectively across all levels and locations within the business
• Sound organisational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a wider team
• Keen to develop, with a willingness and ability to learn.