Health & Safety Manager

Vogal Group Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Health/Safety & Environment Manager to lead their Safety Department. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, developing best practices, and fostering a culture of safety across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in health and safety management, with the ability to conduct training, audits, and risk assessments. Join a forward-thinking company committed to continuous improvement and employee well-being, where your expertise will directly contribute to a safer workplace for all.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in health and safety management within a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and legislation compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Safety Department to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation and implement best practices.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO Standards (9001, 14001, 45001)

Risk Assessment

Accident Investigation

IOSH Training

Education

NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Relevant Health and Safety Certifications

Tools

HSE Documentation

Safety Audit Tools

Job description

Job Title: Group Health/Safety & Environment Manager

Responsible To: Director with H&S, Managing Director, Chairman

Scope and Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Safety Department, providing leadership to develop a safe working environment for all Vogal Group employees and visitors. This role involves strategic leadership for Health and Safety across all areas of the Vogal Group, ensuring compliance with current legislation, and promoting continuous improvement in safety management.

Develop and implement health and safety best practices, maintain ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001), and provide IOSH training. Collaborate with Directors and Managers to uphold safety policies and procedures, and ensure relevant documentation and policies are up-to-date and compliant.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Monitor, evaluate, and review legislation to ensure policies and systems meet legal requirements.
2. Procure relevant H&S and environmental documentation.
3. Liaise with HSE offices and EMAS for specialist advice.
4. Conduct site visits, safety checks, audits, and behavioral safety discussions.
5. Ensure targets are met by teams regarding audits and safety talks.
6. Record and file safety talks, and ensure team compliance.
7. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, including root cause analysis and preventative measures.
8. Undertake roles under the CDM Regulations, including documentation and meetings.
9. Advise on H&S implications for new work and support quality standards.
10. Present safety performance and legislation updates to senior management.
11. Participate in safety meetings with clients and communicate with H&S representatives.
12. Maintain vendor assurance records for H&S and quality for subcontractors.
13. Conduct in-house H&S training and mentor apprentices, managing the apprenticeship pipeline.
14. Perform inductions for new employees and develop risk assessments and method statements.

Relationships:

Internal: All Directors, Vogal personnel

External: Clients, HSE, Professional bodies